
<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Walking is one of the most productive forms of exercise, and causes a tremendous increase in our energy levels. ; The benefit seen from adding just 20 minutes of walking to your daily routine are unbelievable. ; I can attest to the tremendous increase in energy, as a participant in walking for exercise. ; I lost a total of 74 lbs. in one year, by simply adding walking to may routine. ; I had been dieting for almost two months, with very little in the way of results. ; Walking was suggested by my physician, and I’ve never been so impressed. ; My energy levels were three times what they were prior to beginning the walking, and I truly enjoyed the peace of mind that I achieved during those daily walks.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"> ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; The added exertion of physical exercise is often the catalyst our bodies needed to boost weight loss into high gear. ; For the individual trying to loose weight, the benefits of walking far exceed an infringement on personal time, or detraction from television time that occurs. ; Not only is it good for your body, when you’re trying to cut back, it gives you something constructive to do with your time. ; Exercise also decreases our hunger pangs, increases our fluid intake, and helps our blood to circulate much better.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"> ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; If there are any down-side effects to walking, it is the added pressure we put on our knees, ankles, and feet. ; If you already have a joint condition, such as arthritis, you might want to start very slowly, and add mileage only as you see that your body can handle what you are presently doing. ; Taking the time to buy good, supportive shoes, and wear leg bracing if needed can eliminate any further injury or harm. ; Talk to your doctor is you think you might have any of these conditions, and make sure that you are taking care of your body as you exercise it.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"> ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; There are some excellent magazines and journals out there that provide a novice walker with all kinds of helpful advice and tips. ; Tips that offer assistance in what type of walking shoe you need, to what kind of walking sticks are best. ; There are many opportunities for you to participate in community events, national events, and even marathons, if you choose. ; From shoes to clothing tips, these magazines were a real inspiration for me, also. ; There are real life stories that you feel as though you could have written, that sing the praises of walking as a way of life.</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"> ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; The peace of mind that comes from taking a few minutes to stop and enjoy the sunset as you walk cannot be compared. ; Walking gives you the time we no longer take for private reflection. ; To ask yourself if you spent your day wisely, did you omit something that needed to be done, did you listen to your spouse when he needed to talk?</p>



<p class="wp-block-paragraph"> ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; Twenty minutes out of your day to walk, contribute to your health, clear your mind, and get a glimpse of the most beautiful sunset, how can you not take advantage of an offer like that?</p>

