We hear a lot about the health benefits of walking. Now a new study from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center confirms how it can be so good for you. Researchers say something as simple as brisk walking can boost weight loss while trimming dangerous belly fat and overall body fat.
And if you want to get even more out of it, here’s how you can give your abs a workout when you go on a walk.
If I have to recommend one exercise to someone, walking is number one on my list! It’s great for beginning exercisers, and has benefits beyond the actual physical activity, especially if you can walk outside in nature!
It’s so true, Dr. J – and it’s one of those exercises most anyone can do. I have been enjoying a bit of Indian summer here and taking advantage of walking outside!
I notice that when I hold my stomach muscles taut while walking briskly, they do firm up. Unfortunately, I haven’t done anything lately and my tummy is hanging over my jeans.
Gotta get those abs firm before the holidays!
I have lost 30 pounds since the first of the year, by eating smaller portions and exercising. I have been away for a couple of weeks on business and three pounds have come back. This site has been a good inspiration to get back on the move and lose the extra pounds. I could lose a good hundred pounds still, but my goal is to lose at least 60, which I believe is doable and will be able to maintain.
Hi Holly,
Congrats on the weight loss! Thanks for stopping by, and thanks for the kind words. Please visit often and let me know if there is anything you would like to see at FFTV. If you haven’t seen them yet, the weight loss success stories are great inspiration. Check them out here.