Health benefits of walking
You carry your own body weight when you walk. This is known as weight-bearing exercise. Some of the benefits include:
-Increased cardiovascular and pulmonary (heart and lung) fitness
-Reduced risk of heart disease and stroke
-Improved management of conditions such as hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, joint and muscular pain or stiffness, and diabetes
-Stronger bones and improved balance
-Increased muscle strength and endurance
-Reduced body fat.