There’s no exercise more convenient than walking. No special equipment is required beyond good shoes. There are no membership fees. And almost everyone can walk – you can choose your pace and your distance to match your ability.

Try not to walk hunched over. Think of a helium balloon holding up your head and shoulders, and helping you move forward.

Don’t look at the ground – look out above the horizon. Looking down drags your posture down, but looking above the horizon keeps your body at the best angle for walking.

If you swing your arms, you’ll get a better workout. Try nordic walking (walking with poles – they look kind of like ski poles) to tone your upper arms and shoulders. Or just bend your elbows while moving your arms to increase your speed automatically.

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