Now you can find and create Walking Paths from your phone! Download the American Heart Association Walking Paths App for Android and iPhone today.
Walking Toward a Healthier You
There are countless physical activities out there, but walking has the lowest dropout rate of them all! It's the simplest positive change you can make to effectively improve your heart health.
Research has shown that the benefits of walking and moderate physical activity for at least 30 minutes a day can help you:
- Reduce the risk of coronary heart disease
- Improve blood pressure and blood sugar levels
- Improve blood lipid profile
- Maintain body weight and lower the risk of obesity
- Enhance mental well being
- Reduce the risk of osteoporosis
- Reduce the risk of breast and colon cancer
- Reduce the risk of non-insulin dependent (type 2) diabetes
There really are so many benefits for such a simple activity!
Sole-Mate: A Friend By Your Side
The thought of being alone can be enough to keep some people from walking. The best way to solve this is by finding a friend to walk with. You can plan walking paths that are convenient for both of you, or map out routes that take you places you've never been before. It's a great way to exercise and spend time with friends! Visit our MyWalking Clubs website and connect with others!
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It's All About You
Take our quick quiz to get your personalized walking, stretching and strength-building plan developed by the American Council on Exercise (ACE) in collaboration with the American Heart Association. Work your way toward a healthier you!
