Walking For Fitness Has Never Been Easier

A 21-day Walking Program That Could Transform Your Life

Starting a walking program is easier and cheaper than joining a gym and the only equipment you will need is a pair of comfortable walking shoes. Adding a MP3 player can help you set and keep a regular pace. Walking for fitness gives you the flexibility to exercise wherever and whenever you want.

Whilst it’s great to have flexibility, initially you may find having a set schedule helpful while you establish your walking routine. For the first three weeks set aside a definite time each day for your walking program and note the schedule in your diary or daily planner. Don’t let anything come between you and your daily walk. Too often exercise commitments are broken because you put someone else’s needs before your own. For the next 21 days you are going to put your own health and well being first. You are going to start taking care of you! Starting today.

If you are new to exercise begin your new fitness walking program slowly. Start with a daily 10-minute walk at a moderate pace before increasing to a 20-minute walk. By the end of your first week you should be able to comfortably walk for 20 minutes.

During your second week of walking increase your distance and speed. At the end of 14 days you should be walking for 30 minutes and you’ll be surprised at how much ground you can cover.

This is also a good time to review your eating habits and establish healthy patterns. You will accomplish a lot more if you maintain a healthy lifestyle while establishing your life-changing walking program.

When you enter your third week of walking you may consider tackling a hill or a set of stairs during your daily routine. At the end of three weeks you’ll have established your walking pattern, you should be feeling more energetic and start noticing some weight loss – especially if you’ve modified your eating habits during this period.

You can now continue your fitness program by walking at a smart pace for around 45 minutes at least three times a week. The benefits to your health will be enormous and ongoing.

A walking program can help you reduce your weight and reduce your risk of coronary heart disease, increase your bone density, reduce stress and benefit your joints. Walking keeps you active, increases mental alertness, boosts your energy levels and improves your overall well-being.

Walking off the weight may be just what the doctor ordered and always consult your doctor before beginning this or any other exercise program, especially if you are overweight and haven’t exercised on a regular basis for some time.

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