Written By: Longjam Dineshwori | Updated: April 16, 2022, 1:46 PM
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Exercise is not only good for your body, but for your mind too. Studies have shown that people who exercised have fewer days of poor mental health. But you do not need to hit the gym to get these benefits, even a short burst of brisk walking can give great results and improve your health in many ways. Below are five scientifically proven benefits of brisk walking:
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A study, presented in at the American College of Cardiology's 67th Annual Scientific Session in 2018, revealed that women above 60 years of age are three times more prone to heart failure risk. It also suggested brisk walking (40 minutes or more at a time) can significantly help reduce the risk of heart failure in post-menopausal women.
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Compromised arterial health can promote progression of cardiovascular disease (CVD), which is the leading cause of death in people with Type-2 diabetes. A study published in the journal Current Diabetes Reviews in 2016 stated regular aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking or cycling, can improve artery health in people with Type-2 diabetes.
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A brisk walk of just 20-minutes a day can add years to your life. A study by researchers at University of Cambridge found that doing exercise equivalent to just a 20-minute brisk walk each day helped participants reduce their risk of premature death by between 16-30 per cent.
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If you're feeling stressed because of long working hours or heavy workload or conflict with the boss, go for a brisk walk. A 2017 study that appeared in the journal of Applied Psychology said that an hour of swimming or a brisk 90-minute walk can prevent the irritation of bad day from spilling over into your home.
