We are learning the healthy benefits your body will receive by walking daily. Let us examine some of the benefits your brain will enjoy as well.
Walking for relaxation is a great way to reduce your stress, tension, fatigue as well as release some of your anxieties. With each step you take, practice breathing deeply-inhale and exhale with each step. You can even leave your pedometer behind because you are out for relaxation walk so there are no strings attached.
Walking for your brain gives you mental clarity to solve problems and make better decisions. It is the best “think-tank” process you can use when you are trying to solve problems in your life. I advise people who sit in front of their computer all day to work 50 minutes and then walk 10 minutes to give your brain, and your body, a break. It is refreshing, particularly if you walk outdoors, and often new creative ideas flow into your brain-it is true!
Walking can help relax your mind and allow you to sleep better. Many people take a stroll after dinner to help digestion and prepare your body for bed. If it is dark outside, take a walking buddy with you for safety. Did you know that the best time of the day to walk is in the evening? When your daily activities and challenges are piled upon your shoulders, it is best to walk in the evening and let them go. You will sleep in peace because you have prepared your body and brain to relax right before going to bed.
I have saved the best for last. Instead of planning your route, just start walking and see where it takes you. Do not get in a rut by going on the same route every single time. Take your cell phone with you in case you get lost and need to find your way home. Tell a friend or family member that you are going for a walk on a new path and you are going to see where it leads you. When I do this, I ask my daughter to call me on the cell phone every 30 minutes to see how I am doing. It is wise to always let someone know your walking schedule and the route you are planning to take. Your brain will be stimulated by the new environment and the new route.
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