Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Brisk walking for fitness: Know How?

Walking is one of the simplest and yet so effective exercise to tone your body, lose some calories and control weight. It is a great way to accustom your body to exercise. Brisk walking is the most popular aerobic exercise among women and is appropriate for women of all ages. Of course men can always accompany their ladies while brisk-walk. What makes brisk-walk different from normal walk is the speed.

Many people don’t realize what difference a regular walking pattern can bring to their life. Cardio-vascular diseases are the number one threat to the people worldwide. It has been proved that 30 minutes of regular brisk walking can lower the risks of having cardio-vascular diseases. Brisk walking burns almost as many calories as running or jogging for the same length. It is very beneficial for fat-loss around your waist and hips. Your thigh muscles and calf muscles become so flexible and the joints at knees, ankles become free.

Whenever you plan to start walking, start with a slower pace and small distance. Gradually, increase the pace as well as the distance and you will feel the difference. Also, observe the time you take to finish one mile so that you can analyze your speed and work on it. Walking in morning is said to have a bigger impact because it keeps you active and fresh throughout the day. The climate in the morning is much more soothing and you feel closer to nature. Start walking and lift your spirits!

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