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Mar-J Medical Supply — How Walking Keeps Us Healthy

benefits of walking

At Mar-J Medical Supply of Boca Raton, we often meet clients who wish to improve their overall health and strength.

If you’re looking for a good answer, may we suggest asking your doctor about adopting a walking routine?

According to Harvard Health Publishing, a division of the Harvard Medical School of Harvard University, walking reduces the risk of cardiovascular events significantly, for all adults. Protection is observable starting at 5½ miles per week, even at a casual pace (at least 2 miles an hour).

Wide-Ranging Benefits

Studies show that walking prolongs a person’s life. It also helps stave off dementia, cancer of the colon and more. The cardiovascular benefits include an improvement in blood pressure, blood circulation, cholesterol and insulin levels.

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