Walking daily is a very good habit. It helps your body stay in a healthy state. You carry your own body weight when you walk. This is known as weight-bearing exercise. Few major benefits of walking are:
- Increased cardiovascular and pulmonary (heart and lung) fitness.
- Reduced risk of Heart disease and stroke.
- Improved management of conditions such as hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, joint, and muscular pain or stiffness, and Diabetes.
- Stronger bones and improved balance.
- Increased muscle strength and endurance.
- Reduced body fat.
