Health & Fitness Blog

Having moved to a big city a few years ago, I realized something really eye opening. The average person here seems to weigh less than one does in other places I’ve lived and visited.

I couldn’t really figure out why this would be the case. Not everyone here happens to be a fitness and nutrition freak, yet people generally keep their weight down. Something didn’t add and there had to be more to it.

Why, then do people weigh less here? I believe that the answer has something to do with the fact that the average Manhattan resident does a lot more walking than the average American citizen on a regular basis.

Even if you’re simply walking to a train, you’ll usually have to walk at least a quarter of a mile in order to get to the station, and probably the same once you’re leaving the station. That’s a half mile right there, and there are many advantages to walking as a result.

While it’s more convenient to drive, the walker has burned calories in the process, not to mention the fact that such physical activity is always a good means of staying in shape.

They say that every mile walked will burn somewhere between 50 and 60 calories. That’s the equivalent of 7 grams of fat, which really adds up over time. Walk this distance both ways, and you’ll definitely begin to see some benefits over time.

Doing so really only takes a few extra minutes, and there are other benefits as well. It’s nice to be outside, and you’ll be keeping your legs fresh in general.

If you think it might be boring, set the time aside to call a friend or someone else who you enjoy talking to. Find a friend to walk with if you prefer not to do it alone.

This is a small suggestion, but one that can make a world of difference if you begin walking on a daily basis. Try it out for a few months and there’s a very good chance that you’ll have some great results to show for it.

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