Walking Reduces Stress
Walking Reduces Stress Many think the only thing walking can help people with is their physical health. For instance, most people who walk do it to lose weight, or maybe just to be more active in their daily lives. Not many realize that walking can benefit their mental. Walking can put people in a better mood, and it can help clear the tension they are feeling. Overall walking is a really good way to reduce stress. An article titled “Healthy Steps” by Kevin Sykes, from Occupational Health, discusses the health benefits of walking. Results of studies conducted worldwide show that walking can improve mental well-being, help reduce stress, reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, reduce body fat, and more. Furthermore, aerobic exercise is strongly associated with reduced mortality rates for both older and younger adults. The article states that in Europe, they are trying to increase more walking among the children and workers, to increase their performance and mood.
The article goes on to say that regular exercise is one of the best physical stress-reduction techniques available. It helps relax tense muscles and it helps you sleep. Exercise speeds up the flow of blood through the brain and causes the release of endorphins, which give off a feeling of happiness and well-being. The best way to achieve an increase in positive mood appears to be through moderate intensity exercise, such as brisk walking. High intensity exercise often leads to an increase in tension anxiety and fatigue. Also, if the intensity exercise is too low, less mood modification occurs. Walking has also been shown to improve self-esteem, relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety, and improve mood. Walking, particularly in pleasant surroundings and with other people, offers many opportunities for relaxation and social contact. Just a 30-minute brisk walk on most days of the week will do wonders to your health and well-being. Another article that discusses how walking reduces stress
The article goes on to say that regular exercise is one of the best physical stress-reduction techniques available. It helps relax tense muscles and it helps you sleep. Exercise speeds up the flow of blood through the brain and causes the release of endorphins, which give off a feeling of happiness and well-being. The best way to achieve an increase in positive mood appears to be through moderate intensity exercise, such as brisk walking. High intensity exercise often leads to an increase in tension anxiety and fatigue. Also, if the intensity exercise is too low, less mood modification occurs. Walking has also been shown to improve self-esteem, relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety, and improve mood. Walking, particularly in pleasant surroundings and with other people, offers many opportunities for relaxation and social contact. Just a 30-minute brisk walk on most days of the week will do wonders to your health and well-being. Another article that discusses how walking reduces stress
Cited: Mason, Mary Claire. "Walk on the Wild Side." Nursing Standard 23.42 (2009): 20-22. Academic Search Premier. Web. 20 Oct. 2013. Sykes, Kevin. "Healthy Steps." Occupational Health 61.9 (2009): 40-43. Academic Search Premier. Web. 20 Oct. 2013. Birbach 1