Fitness

Four Top Exercises for Health

Some great activities for your body don’t require a gym trip or the fitness to run a half-marathon.

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Today we turn to four top exercises for health. Are there exercises you can do if you are not extraordinarily fit, or find the gym scene intimidating? Fortunately, some of the most valuable physical activities don’t require heavy weights or fitness to run a half-marathon. Today, we explore some activities that are among the best exercises to get you in shape and achieve better mental and physical health.

1. Walk

We begin with this straightforward approach to physical activity. Did you know that walking can improve your:

• cholesterol levels
• blood pressure
• weight
• diabetes risk
• cancer risk
• psychological well-being

Here’s what you need to do:

• Find a supportive, well-fitting pair of shoes.
• Begin walking for ten to fifteen minutes at a time. Advance up to 30 to 60 minutes on most days of the week, aiming for a minimum of 150 minutes weekly.