10 things that happen to your body if you walk every day

Walking is a great exercise and it is recommended to walk at least 15-30 minutes a day

 

but how exactly does walking affect our bodies?

 

Why it is important to include it in our everyday lives?

 

1. Healthier Brain, Healthier Mind

 

One study has shown that walking provides plenty of benefits to our brains

 

when you walk the levels of endorphins increase thus significantly reducing the stress levels

 

It also supports the overall brain health and can even reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease

2. Better Vision

 

It might seem unusual but walking can even improve your vision

 

it works by releasing the eye pressure and reducing glaucoma

 

 

 

3. Healthy Heart

 

According to American Heart Association walking is as beneficial for the heart as running

it can help reduce the risk of heart-related diseases

walking stabilizes the blood pressure, reduces cholesterol levels and improves blood circulation

4. Increased Lung Volume

 

when you walk, your lungs get more oxygen which then gets distributed throughout your entire body

besides removing toxins, walking can improve the lung function thus preventing respiratory diseases

 

 

 

5. Healthier pancreas

 

regular walks can help maintain healthy glucose levels

it is even more efficient in preventing diabetes than running

people who walk regularly have healthier blood sugar levels than those who run

6. Improved Digestion

 

by walking 30 minutes a day could not only lower the risk of colon cancer but also improve our digestion and can relieve constipation and flatulence

 

 

 

7. Leaner Muscles

 

when you lose your body fat, your muscles become more prominent and leaner

you can achieve this by walking 10000 steps a day

 

if you want to add some intensity to your walking, try walking uphill or add an interval in between

 

this can increase the muscle tone in various parts of your body. also walking is not a rigorous exercise for the body

 

so, you will not experience soreness or wait for your muscles to heal before you continue walking

 

8. Strong Bones and Joints

 

The arthritis foundation recommends walking for a healthier body

 

painful and stiff joints will be relieved by walking 30 minutes a day

 

it will also not cost additional damage or pain and can prevent bone loss

 

 

 

9. Reduced Back pain

 

High impact exercise can harm the back but not walking

it is low impact exercise that relieves back pain

 

by promoting blood flow to the spinal area and improving posture and flexibility of the back muscles

 

10. Balanced Mind

 

if you experience mood disorders walking can help you lighten up

walking with someone is even more helpful

regular walks can reduce stress, depression, and anxiety levels.