What is meditation on walking?
Originating from Buddhist tradition, walking meditation (meditation) is a slow, purposeful walking exercise. When exercising, the walker will focus on observing the movement of each foot combined with the breathing rhythm synchronized with the steps, helping the body focus and relax while exercising.
Health benefits of meditation
Reduce stress
In a study published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Medicine, participants who meditated for four weeks saw significantly improved psychology, with symptoms such as stress and anxiety disappearing. When you walk mindfully, your brain will turn to a state of calmness, reducing cortisol, the stress hormone.
Improve cardiovascular health Meditating while walking makes you breathe more slowly and rhythmically to help stabilize blood pressure and heart rate.
This mindfulness exercise helps increase blood circulation, reduce cholesterol and the risk of heart-related diseases.
Good for the intestines
Meditation while walking along with gentle movements helps blood in the body circulate better, supports digestion, intestinal motility and the movement of food through the digestive system.
Improve cognitive function
In a study published in the journal Preventive Medicine Reports, researchers found a positive link between cognition and mindful walking. This activity helps slow down the aging process of the brain and improve cognition in the elderly.
Improve mood
Focusing on the moment, meditating while walking promotes stability and emotional resilience. Activate happy chemicals in the brain such as dopamine and serotonin, which help fight sadness.
Helps sleep well
Insomnia and sleep disturbances are common health problems for people with stress and over-activated minds. A study published in explore magazine shows that practicing outdoor walking meditation can reduce mood disorders and improve sleep quality.
