What are you relishing about the summer of 2021? My husband and I make it a priority every day to get outdoors. We walk with our freshly brewed coffee for twenty-five minutes daily before we dive into any work or, in my case, reading while off for the summer holidays. Experiencing the outdoors is imperative for one’s well-being, and our motto is ‘keep moving forward one step at a time.’
We have shoes that are perfect for any outdoor activity. Walking boosts our mental and physical health. During COVID-19, there was no need to have a personal trainer for walking. No special skills were required. Walking is undemanding on the joints, requires no equipment and can fit easily into anyone’s schedule; it’s free.
Getting outdoors for a walk promotes benefits. We discovered a few of them, something that distracts the mind from work, a change in scenery, and getting Vitamin D and fresh air. Also, we engage in socializing and chatting about our future goals or current events.
In addition, a daily walk helps clear our minds and enhances our creativity. During eighteen months of COVID-19, getting out of the house to go for a walk was a fabulous way to break up the day and take us away from our screen time. Whether alone or with your spouse, the best thing about walking is that almost anyone can do it, and when the gym is closed for those few months, all that was required was a comfortable pair of walking shoes or a pair of Blundstones during the winter months. Twenty-five minutes of daily walking prove to us that we are healthy. “Every step you take does more for your health than you probably realize. Walking benefits every part of your body from your brain down to your ankles,” claims Kaitlyn Pirie, a senior editor at Hearst, New York.
Setting a goal to walk 25 minutes five times a week is enough to experience the health benefits that a fast-paced walk can bring you. Daily walking combined with somewhat healthy eating helps to keep our waistline in check. We do not count calories, but research says excess belly fat is not suitable for our health. Many people make excuses and say they don’t have time for daily walks; however, you can get devices to track your progress and help keep you motivated. It’s best to set small goals and then surprise yourself with how those small changes can make a difference.
Even a little bit of walking is good, but more is better. Over time, increase the intensity of your daily walks—Scout out different walking routes in the neighbourhood to keep the momentum fresh. No one can walk your path; do it for your benefit and encourage others along the way. Own your walk.
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