Join CNN’s Fitness, But Better newsletter series for expert-backed guidance on starting a healthy routine. Walking, a popular and easy exercise, offers numerous health benefits. Studies show that getting at least 2,300 steps per day can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. However, experts suggest that while walking is beneficial, it may not be high-quality exercise. Dr. Boyd recommends incorporating different types of movements into your routine to improve overall health and fitness. Dr. Cirino emphasizes the importance of stretching and varied movements to maintain muscle health and prevent injuries. Start slowly with small changes to your routine and gradually increase movement. Remember, movement inspires more movement. Find activities you enjoy to make fitness fun and social. Don’t forget to prioritize your health by incorporating different movements into your daily routine.
Vocabulary List:
- Guidance (noun): Advice or information that helps you make a decision or do something correctly.
- Routine (noun): A sequence of actions regularly followed.
- Beneficial (adjective): Having a good effect.
- Incorporating (verb): Including something as part of something else.
- Emphasizes (verb): To show that something is very important or worth giving attention to.
- Prioritize (verb): To decide which things are most important and do them first.
