Ten Tips for Fitness Walking Medical Author: Melissa Conrad
Stoppler, MD Medical Editor: Dennis Lee, MD Walking is one of
the easiest and least expensive ways to stay physically fit.
It's also a versatile form that can be done indoors (many malls
and public buildings offer walking routes) or outdoors, and you
can tailor the intensity of your exercise based upon your
individual abilities and goals. Whether you'd like to begin
walking for exercise or if you're already established in the
habit, these tips can help you get the most from your workout. -
Before starting a walking program, check with your doctor if you
have a chronic medical condition or if you have had a recent
injury. But don't assume that you aren't able to start exercise
walking if you do have medical issues. Exercise walking can help
control disease and relieve symptoms in people with
cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and many people with
arthritis or other musculoskeletal problems will experience
symptom relief from a medically-supervised e