Walking Longer is Better for Your Heart

Walking is good for you, but how you walk matters. A recent study shows that taking longer walks, even just 10 to 15 minutes a day, can greatly improve heart health. This is especially true for people who are not very active. The study looked at over 33, 000 adults who walked less than 8, 000 steps daily. Researchers found that those who walked continuously for 10 to 15 minutes had a much lower risk of heart problems. Those who walked for just five minutes a day had a higher risk. The benefits were even more noticeable among the least active people. For those who walked 5, 000 steps or fewer, the risk of heart disease dropped significantly when they walked for longer periods. The risk of death also fell dramatically for those who walked continuously for up to 15 minutes. Experts say that the way you walk is as important as how much you walk. Walking in longer sessions can make a big difference. This is great news for people who think they don't have time to exercise. Even small changes can lead to big health benefits. So, if you walk a little, try to walk more often and in longer sessions. It's a simple change that can make a big impact on your health.