Data suggests there’s a certain number of minutes you should aim for to improve your cardiovascular health.
Walking is a powerful tool for both our physical and mental health perhaps even more powerful than we think.
No matter your age or health history, walking is beneficial.
Tamanna Singh, co-director of the sports cardiology center at Cleveland Clinic.
Anyone can benefit from walking, Singh said.
Walking keeps you from prolonged sitting.
Working from your living room, your kitchen or your office may have its perks (no commuting!)
but there are also some disadvantages.
Its that sitting too much is bad for you if you dont also exercise.
If you need motivation, try walking with a friend.
Youll each hold each other accountable to developing a walking habit and sticking to it, Singh said.
And you dont have to task your friend group with high-stress, quick-paced walks.
As long as you get out there, youre benefiting your body.
you could also listen to music or a podcast on your walk.
Try telling yourself that it’s possible for you to only listen to these things during your walks.
If you cant fit in the full 21 minutes a day, thats OK.
Between work, errands, family obligations and household chores, life is busy.
Taking time for yourself may not be feasible right now and thats OK.
If you cant fit in the recommended 21 minutes of walking a day, start small.
Even a quick one-minute jaunt pays off, according to the report by Harvard Health.
No amount of time is too short.
