One Step at a Time

When the gyms shut down, I knew I had to do something to keep myself sane since I was used to cardio at the gym. Those endorphins are pretty addictive and make you feel great. So, to keep myself mentally healthy, I forced myself to get out and walk. I was a little bored by it at first, but then, I started looking around and appreciating all the beauty around me that I had taken for granted. How lucky are we to live in this gorgeous area? Once you get in a routine of walking, you learn to love it and crave it, and you need it.

Whether you prefer walking or hiking, both help keep you mentally happy these days. There’re so many great places to get out and walk i f you get t i red of walking in your own neighborhood. There are great trails and hills all around us amongst nature and beauty. Plus, walking can help keep you in shape, especially i f you’re one of the many people that have taken up cooking as a hobby these days.

According the health research, a brisk walk can burn as much fat as running. I f you do this for 30 minutes a day, four to six times a week, you will also help tone your thighs and firm your bum, and you can lose inches on your waist. Walking can also help firm your abs and tighten your core. An hour brisk walk burns between 210 and 360 calories. Do this five days a week and you will burn 1050 to 1800 calories. All it takes is one step at a time.