Walking for 30 to 45 minutes a day helps us maintain good health – both physical and mental, because it increases self-esteem, improves mood and work productivity. According to statistics, only 3 out of 10 people emphasize physical activity and realize the positive effects of -frequent walks, and there is indisputable evidence of the harmful impact of immobility on people’s health, work capacity and longevity. Reduced physical activity is among the main risk factors for the development of chronic non-infectious diseases such as cardiovascular diseases, atherosclerosis, obesity, diseases of the nervous system, etc. 37% of deaths due to cardiovascular diseases, for example, are related precisely to with inactivity and lack of movement and active life. Therefore, making a habit of taking daily walks is essential for health. For regular walks, it is necessary first of all to secure a pair of comfortable shoes with which we can walk anywhere – whether in the city park or on a treadmill. In the beginning, start with a duration of 10-15 minutes and gradually increase the activity to 1 hour a day. Regular movement, with a moderate load, can increase our vitality by as much as 20% and reduce fatigue by 65%, finds a team of specialists from the University of Georgia. Usually, each of us is of the opinion that a small load will use up the last of our strength. However, it turns out that this can be the salvation in a moment of significant fatigue. High efficiency from movement will be felt by those who spend most of their time sitting. A recent study published in the journal Annals of Behavioral Medicine showed that students who walked regularly had lower stress levels than their peers who get almost no exercise. According to a study, 30-45 minutes of walking a day helps improve mental abilities and increase concentration. Walking is also beneficial for the cardiovascular system, reducing the risk of heart attack and a stroke. Physical activity improves blood circulation, regulating heart rhythm, and helps reduce harmful cholesterol. Walking is also beneficial for diabetics, as it helps control blood sugar. Active movement also reduces the risk of developing diabetes in people who are prone to the disease. A study conducted by the School of Public Health at the University of Pittsburgh found that walking for 30 minutes each day significantly reduced the risk of being overweight, which is closely related to the onset of diabetes. published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Scientists have found that briskly walking at least 3.2 km every day reduces the risk of impotence in middle-aged men. report,presented at the 95th meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research in Orlando, shows that walking improves the survival of women suffering from breast cancer, while helping to reduce the risk of developing the disease. Walking 1 mile a week can slow the development of Alzheimer’s, according to a US study presented at the annual conference of the Radiological Society of North America. Walking slows the process of memory loss and reduces brain shrinkage in patients suffering from the condition, scientists say. Also, if you are motivated to lose extra pounds, walking is a type of exercise that is extremely suitable for the purpose.