5 Reasons to Join a Walking Group
By Sara Butler
Walking seems easy for most people. After all, you do it every day! But walking for exercise may not seem extreme enough. How can a simple activity such as walking really make an impact on your health?
It turns out that walking is an excellent form of exercise. It helps to keep your metabolism pumping while also building muscle and being easy on your joints. Walking definitely doesn't get as much praise as it should, and you should be doing more of it. Walking is something best done in a group -- and here are five reasons why!
Other People Help with Accountability
It's easy to skip a workout when it's only yourself you answer to. It's not so easy when there are other people involved who will notice you're not there. Walking with a group helps to keep you motivated and inspire you to show up, even on days when you may not feel like it. Finding the right group will provide encouragement and maybe even make your daily walking workout something to look forward to.
It'll Make It More Fun!
Sometimes walking can be boring but breaking down Meghan Markle's latest fashions (or whatever you may be interested in) with someone as you walk helps to bring your workout to a whole new level. Chatting as you walk will make time fly because, you know, you're having fun!
It Challenges You
Walking by yourself often means you stick to the same path but going out with others will push you out of your comfort zone. A walking group can help push you to take on tougher terrain and to go faster, something that is much more difficult to do on your own.
It's Safer
Walking by yourself can be dangerous. You're far more visible to vehicles in a crowd and you're probably more likely to branch out and explore new places to walk, even when it's dark outside.
It's Helps You Rejoice in Your Achievements
You're a lot of things and one of them is probably being too hard on yourself. You're human, but walking with a group can help you stick to a regular workout routine and give you people who will help support you and celebrate your milestones. After all, they understand the significance of your accomplishments because they're right there with you!
If you need some more guidance about exercise or general questions about your health and wellness, talk to the chiropractors at The Joint Chiropractic!
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