Dr Surender Pal Singh, Head of Physiotherapy at CK Birla Hospital, India, says that regular brisk walking is a good way to promote overall health.
Improve cardiovascular and respiratory health
Brisk walking strengthens the heart and lungs, improves performance, and increases endurance.
Blood pressure regulation
This form of exercise can help lower blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart disease.
Increase joint flexibility
Walking helps lubricate and move joints, increasing flexibility and reducing stiffness.
Diabetes Control
Brisk walking helps control blood sugar levels, which is beneficial for people with diabetes.
Weight control
Walking burns calories, contributing to weight loss or healthy weight control.
Although brisk walking has many benefits, there are still potential disadvantages to consider, especially if you do not do it properly. Therefore, we should not overexert ourselves, walking properly is good for health.
