Is Walking Good Exercise?
There’s a common misconception that walking is not an intense enough form of exercise, but walking has well-documented physical and mental health benefits. If you’re wondering if walking is good exercise, most personal trainers will tell you an enthusiastic “yes!”
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends moderate-intensity aerobic exercise for 150 to 300 minutes a week, so 30 minutes of brisk walking for five days a week gets you into the low end of that range.
“Walking is an ideal option in terms of physical activity. It requires no specialized skill — everyone knows how to walk. It’s low impact and safe,” Dr. Cedric Bryant, president and chief science officer of the American Council on Exercise, tells TODAY.com.
Excerpted from Today
