New study: Put on your walking shoes

Health and longevity benefits to walking regularly
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A walk a day keeps the doctor away. Really! A new study says if you want to live longer, get moving.

As little as 75 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise (aka a brisk walk) lowers the risk of death from certain types of cancer and heart disease. The CDC recommends 150 minutes a week, but good to know that just half gets the job done.

Huffin’ and puffin’

How hard should you be working? The CDC says you’re at the right intensity when you can speak but not sing. 

⌚ If you have a smartwatch or app that monitors your heart rate, you’re looking for about 50 to 60% higher than when resting.

Do what feels right for you

HOW you get to 75 minutes a week is up to you. About 10 minutes daily works just as well as one long walk. I prefer to get out there most days of the week. My walk time is my me-time!

🎧 Need something to keep you entertained? Catch up with my podcast! Three episodes a week and you’ll blast past that 75-minute exercise goal.

🤠 In the Old West, cowboys traveling home in the dark used to tie a lantern to their horse’s saddle to help them find their way. It was an early form of saddle-light navigation.

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