Walk yourself SLIMMER
Feb 12, 2020
5 minutes
TEXT © LISA BUCKINGHAM / TOP SANTÉ
When it comes to improving your health and fitness, it doesn’t get much simpler than walking. But its simplicity doesn’t mean that it’s not effective – walking has a vast array of benefits.
“It’s an excellent way to reduce stress and improve cardiovascular health,” says Kira Mahal, personal trainer and founder of London PT network, MotivatePT. “You don’t need to be walking for hours to get the benefits; a brisk 20-minute walk each day is all it takes to improve overall health markers.
‘YOU DON’T NEED TO BE WALKING FOR HOURS TO GET THE BENEFITS’
“Walkers are at less risk of developing type 2 diabetes, find it easier to maintain a healthy weight and have a lowered risk of heart disease. It can help to strengthen your bones and improve balance. And, unlike
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