Tag Archive: Walking
How walking can improve your health in later life
We are often told that we need to exercise more and in particular walk more. There are many apps and watches that track to see whether you have walked 10,000 steps a day – incidentally this is a slightly random choice and any amount of walking is positive for your health. Whilst everyone, no matter what their age should spend more time walking it is a great exercise for those who are nearing retirement and who have perhaps recently moved into Wiltshire Park Homes as it is not only wonderful exercise for your body but it is also good for a healthy mindset.
For some people moving into retirement can be a difficult adjustment and some people find that they lose their identity for a while when they no longer have a regular place to work to visit and when they are no longer defined by their work …
Walking is great for both mind and body
Walking is a great way of getting fit as well as meaning that you spend some precious time in the outdoor environment. Nature has a great way of helping us to feel more aligned to the world and calmer than we were before we set foot outside the door.
It is important to ensure that you have the right clothing for a nice long walk and some sturdy shoes. If you are planning on walking the colder autumn and winter months then you should look at investing in some Aran Sweaters that will keep you nice and warm whilst still allowing you to look stylish.
Walking has a positive impact on a number of areas of our bodies. It helps to tone and strengthen our muscles, particularly those of our legs and lower back. It can help with the everyday stiffness that can set in, especially …