9. Walking can help to reduce stress levels
Stress is ubiquitous in the fast-paced lives we lead today. People get exposed to internal and external stress. Not staying on top of your stress levels can have very adverse effects on your physical health. Stress causes elevated blood pressure, sleep problems, and can have an impact on your weight.
One of the first things you should do when you’re feeling stressed is exercise. A 30-minute walk can help you manage your stress. Some people find that walking clears their heads and takes them away from their stress for a while. Others find that thinking about what’s going on while they’re walking helps them to sort their problems out and figure out what to do next. Exercise releases endorphins and hormones that make you feel positive and energized. Feeling this way helps you to deal with all the things that are stressing you out.