[excerpt] As busy people, stress plays a big role in our lives and exercise is a great way to unwind. Yet with the many demands on our time, both at work and at home, it can be difficult to find the time for physical activity. If you've been looking for a way to fit fitness into your day, walking may be just what you're looking for.
Why Walk?
Aerobic activity is essential to good health. Twenty minutes or more of aerobic activity three to five times a week will strengthen your heart and increase your body's ability to use oxygen. In short, you will become a more efficient machine. This is important if you are interested in losing weight or maintaining your weight as you grow older. Increasing your body's efficiency means boosting your metabolism. The higher your metabolism, the more calories you burn during exercise. Walking is a great way to add aerobic activity to your daily routine.
Walking is easy. It does not require a great deal of expensive equipment. It does not require a special location, good weather or an excessive amount of time. You can walk anywhere, anytime and with anyone (or no one at all). That's what makes it so much fun.
Make the time.
"Wonderful!" you say. "I have a great way to get exercise, but I still don't have the time to do it!"
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