How Much Do you better Walk?
Experts say your daily 20-minute exercise goal can be cumulative: Walking throughout the day adds up.
How Does Walking Improve Heart Health?
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Smadar Kort, MD
Its never too late to start getting active.
Even people who never engaged in physical activity can start.
Walking, especially in nature, can help reduce stress, said Kort.
We know that stress has a negative effect on our healthincluding cardiovascular health.
What Other Activities Support a Healthy Heart?
Any physical activity counts!
These are all great activities that can count towards that required weekly exercise, said Kort.
Its never too late to start getting active.
Even people who never engaged in physical activity can start.
Other physical activities like hiking, running, biking, or gardening can also improve your health.
before you roll a routine, talk to your provider.
They can help figure out what the safest and most beneficial physical activities will be for you.
Published online May 24, 2023. doi:10.1161/CIR.0000000000001148
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