Hey everyone. Today I have a guest post for you from Mary Ward. Mary operates in the field of nursing and has a website dedicated to helping you get a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). If you want to start a career in nursing I highly recommend you check out Mary's website after reading her informative article. ----- Walking is one of the gentlest workouts, yet so very approachable. That’s what makes so many people turn to this form of exercise to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and here are some excellent additional benefits. 1) GENTLE ON THE BODY:- Though walking can burn some … [Read more...]
Brisk Walking Benefits
Walking is one of the easiest and safest exercises around. Although walking is not as intense as aerobics or weight lifting it has a number of benefits. For starters it's kind to the joints, there are virtually no side effects and the risk of injury is very low compared with other exercises. Even if you are currently participating in a regular exercise routine, adding a steady walk will help. Most doctors recommend that you participate in a brisk walk for at least 30 minutes each day. A brisk speed is thought to be between five and six kilometres per hour. If 30 minutes seems too long try … [Read more...]