Experts Highlight Walking Combined with Other Exercises for Better Health and Disease Prevention

New York — Medical experts agree that walking is a simple yet effective way to enhance physical and mental health, improve fitness, and prevent diseases.

Reports indicate that walking aligns with the U.S. Surgeon General's recommendation for adults to engage in at least 2.5 hours of moderate-intensity exercise per week.

This level of moderate-intensity exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, dementia, depression, and various types of cancer.

Julie Schmid, a nurse at Norton Healthcare and leader of a health walking club, shared that walking can also help regulate blood sugar levels, strengthen bones, aid weight loss, and improve sleep quality.

Another advantage of walking is that it is a low-impact exercise, which minimizes stress on the joints while strengthening the heart and lungs.

However, walking alone may not be sufficient for comprehensive health, as it does not significantly build muscle strength or endurance.

Experts recommend supplementing walking with at least two sessions of muscle-strengthening activities per week, such as weightlifting or gym exercises, as well as flexibility-enhancing activities like yoga or stretching.

 

 

Source: Xinhua Thai