Put Your Best Foot Forward!
Written by SurfWriter Girls Sunny Magdaug and Patti Kishel
American philosopher Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862), known for his book Walden about his two-years spent living alone in nature, viewed walking as a time to organize his thoughts and take in the beauty around him.
Walking is something that can benefit all of us – as part of our morning routine, afternoon break, or evening relaxation. With no equipment or gym membership needed, walking has been called “Earth’s easiest exercise.” Just put on some comfortable shoes and go.
Walking not only helps to condition our muscles and strengthen our bones, but it increases our ability to use oxygen more efficiently, which reduces the risks of a heart attack or stroke.
It helps to keep our weight at a desired level and can make it easier to manage diabetes by providing better blood sugar control.
Walking even reduces stress and depression, putting more spring in our step with each step.
Hippocrates (460 BC-370 BC), the Greek physician known as the Father of Medicine, made his views on walking clear: “Walking is a man’s best medicine.”
SurfWriter Girls agree. There’s a beautiful world waiting for you to explore – one step at a time.
Walk fast or slow.
Take big steps or little steps.
Just Go!
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