Prevention Magazine Says:
Ridiculously simple, astonishingly powerful, scientifically proven by study after study: Sneaking in a few minutes a day can transform your health, body, and mind. Why are you still sitting?
Brain – Just 2 hours of walking a week can reduce your risk of stroke by 30%.
Memory – 40 minutes 3 times a week protects the brain region associated with planning and memory.
Mood – 30 minutes a day can reduce symptoms of depression by 36%.
Health – Logging 3,500 steps a day lowers your diabetes risk by 29%.
Longevity: 75 minutes a week of brisk walking can add almost 2 years to your life.
Heart – 30 to 60 minutes most days of the week drastically lowers your risk of heart disease.
Bones – 4 hours a week can reduce the risk of hip fractures by up to 43%.
prevention.com
January 2015