from American Journal of Preventive Medicine
Walking is associated with lower risk of
heart disease, diabetes, breast and colon
cancers. But only about one half of adults
meet public health guidelines of one
hundred fifty minutes per week of
moderate walking. However, a study in
the American Journal of Preventive
Medicine says regular walking even if
below the recommended levels may be
beneficial. Data from more than one
hundred thousand people found those
walking less than two hours per week
lowered their risk of death from all causes,
particularly respiratory and cardio death,
compared to people who were not
physically active. The “some is better than
none” theory easily applies to walking
because it is simple, free, convenient and
can be done at any age.