| Walking is an excellent form of exercise. No matter | | | | comfortable when the weather isn't optimum |
| what you current health condition, this type of activity is | | | | conditions. |
| usually safe and beneficial. In fact, if you have not been | | | | Take it easy in the beginning. If you are overweight, |
| exercising for many years and need to lose weight | | | | even ten minutes can be enough for the first couple of |
| and increase your level of fitness, this may be the best | | | | weeks. Slowly increase the time and pace at which |
| thing for you. Here are some things to consider before | | | | you are walking, and finally look for some slight inclines |
| you begin exercising in this way. | | | | to help you to build muscles you may not have used |
| There are some things you will want to remember | | | | for some time. You may also find that your appetite |
| when you decide to begin your walking program. The | | | | has decreased with your added body movement. This |
| first is the clothing and type of shoes you will wear. | | | | is always a good sign. |
| You want to have proper shoes that are intended for | | | | Check with your doctor and other medical |
| walking. Remember that these shoes will not last | | | | professionals first, but most will encourage you to start |
| forever, so check them regularly to see when the | | | | a walking routine sooner rather than later. You will help |
| soles and arches are worn out. Wear comfortable | | | | your heart, lungs, and circulatory system, as well as |
| clothing, preferable all cotton. This will be more | | | | being able to drop unwanted pounds. |