Walking is a wonderful way to stay healthy and maintain a healthy weight. The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports reports that walking one mile burns 100 calories depending on your pace, intensity and speed. According to the Mayo Foundation it can:
- Decrease your risk of heart attack
- Decrease your chance of developing Type 2 diabetes
- Help control your weight
- Improve your muscle tone
- Promote your sense of well-being
President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports
Walking Works Basics
