You don’t need to run a marathon or jog for 10 km all you need is 30 minutes of walking to strengthen your muscles and increase circulation to get that blood pumping and oxygenating your body. When circulation improves, then oxygen also increases to organs which mean you reap the benefits of brain health too. You also prevent the risk of heart attack stroke and blood clots. Your legs will slim down because a sedentary lifestyle and be sitting all day long can actually cause your legs to swell.
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The Human body wasn’t meant for sitting all day. Movement increases synovial fluid in your joints providing them the nutrients necessary for healthy function. Movement and physical activity prevents risk of arthritis and osteoarthritis. Try and move as much as possible during the day. Even if you sit at a desk the whole day, take a short 1-minute break to move around before resuming work.
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Studies show that walking improves memory and brain function. Your focus and alertness is increased because of the improved circulation to your brain. Walking increases oxygenation of the brain making your gray matter healthier and younger. Walking on an uneven surface gives your brain a healthy workout.
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