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This medical PowerPoint presentation talks about benefits of walking. Walking is a low-impact physical activity that offers a range of health benefits.

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Just Start Walking! Improve your health and fitness in as little as 20 minutes a day!
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Why Walking… Simple – no instructors or membership needed. Inexpensive – no special equipment involved. Achievable – can be done nearly anywhere, anytime. Easy – just get up and walk!
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Benefits of Walking Improves balance, coordination and spinal health. Increases aerobic fitness – improves heart and lungs function and aids in weight-loss. Decreases bone loss. Improves blood and lymph circulation. Boosts mood, alertness and energy levels.
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How to Walk Maintain upright posture throughout - head up and body balanced. Slightly increase your arm swing (hand crosses over mid-line of body). Stride out briskly with relaxed hips.
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Directions Try walking 10 minutes in one direction - turn around, walk 10 minutes back. You’re done! If you experience any discomfort, check with your healthcare provider.
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Walking Thoughts… Dress for the weather – consider heat/cold/rain/snow. Sunshine increases healthful Vitamin D – on long walks clothing helps to prevent overexposure. Drink enough water before and after you walk.
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More Tips… Wear supportive, shock-absorbing footwear. Record your time in your wellness exercise diary. Consider walking with a friend.
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Walking with Friends… A walking partner is a good idea. It’s more fun and more safe to walk with friends. Walk your kids to school and back. Walk and talk with your spouse.
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For Further Progress ... Gradually increase your distance, speed and/or time. Vary your pace with fast and slow intervals. Park at the far end of the parking lot. Use the stairs whenever possible.
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For Reinforcement and Relaxation… Consider a pedometer to count your steps. A walking contract adds accountability. Remember to breathe fully and deeply. Reflect calmly or count your blessings as you walk.
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Happy Walking! Enjoy Your Day!
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Walking around the World – Send Us Your Pictures rkirk@life.edu
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Selected References Abenhaim L, Rossignol M, Valat J, et al. The role of activity in the therapeutic management of back pain: report of the International Paris Task Force on Back Pain. Spine. 2000; 25(4S):1S-33S. Choi BC, Pak AW, Choi JC, Choi EC. Daily step goal of 10,000 steps: a literature review. Clin Invest Med. 2007; 30(3):E146-51. Gordon PM, Zizzi SJ, Pauline J. Use of a community trail among new and habitual exercisers: a preliminary assessment. Prev Chronic Dis. 2004; 1(4):A11. Hakim A, Curb JD, Petrovitch H, et al. Effects of walking on coronary heart disease in elderly men: the Honolulu Heart Program, clinical investigation and reports. Circulation. 1999; 100:9-13. Kramer AF, Erickson KI, Colcombe SJ. Exercise, cognition, and the aging brain. J Appl Physiol. 2006; 101:1237-42. Lamoth CJ, Meijer OG, Wuisman PI, et al. Pelvis-thorax coordination in the transverse plane during walking in persons with nonspecific low back pain. Spine. 2002; 27(4):E92-9. Lee IM, Buchner DM. The importance of walking to public health. Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise. 2008; 40(7):S512-8. Librett JJ, Yore MM, Schmid TL. Characteristics of physical activity levels among trail users in a U.S. national sample. Am J Prev Med. 2006; 31(5):399-405. Manson JE, et. al. Walking compared with vigorous exercise for the prevention of cardiovascular events in women. New England Journal of Medicine. 2002; 347(10):716-725. Penedo FJ, Dahn JR. Exercise and well-being: a review of mental and physical health benefits associated with physical activity. Current Opinion in Psychiatry. 2005; 18(2):189-193. Weiniger S. Strong walking in: Stand Taller-Live Longer. 2008; BodyZone Press. 202-3. ISBN-10: 0979713609. Weuve J, Kang JH, Manson JE, et al. Physical activity, including walking, and cognitive function in older women. JAMA. 2004; 292:1454-61.
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Serious Walking Power - Kenya
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Walking - It’s Fun – Really! Try It!