Thomas Jefferson said, "The sovereign invigorator of the body is exercise, and of all the exercises walking is the best."
Walking is one of the best forms of exercise.It uses up oxygen, causing your body to burn stored fat. For example, you'll expend about 100 calories by walking a mile. That might not seem like a lot at first, but just think about it. Most people average just under 3 miles through the course of their day. If you add an enjoyable morning jaunt or a brisk evening walk you could easily move 4 miles a day. If you walk 4 miles 4 times a week, you can burn 1600 calories! That's half a pound of fat gone. Add more steps to your day while making sure not to eat more calories than you use, and your body can't help but trim down.
Walking also strengthens muscles, which tones and shapes your body. The increased muscle mass boosts your metabolism. This means you burn calories long after you stop moving. And you don't have to get all of your walking in at once. If you don't have time for long walks, find pockets of time throughout your day for short jaunts.
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the best exercise?
never give up!
The key is to stay motivated all along the way. There are things you can do to keep yourself on the path to success.
Remind yourself of your goals. Post them near the refrigerator or desk.
Make daily entries in your diary or journal about your activity and eating. A visual reminder of success, like a gold star, can help keep you going.
Every week, take time to look back on how much you've accomplished.
Try taking a class. It can help you learn new skills and meet new people. You might try a low-fat-cooking class or yoga class.
Don't be hard on yourself or give up if you slip. Be patient. Learning new skills takes time and practice. Learn from your mistakes and adjust your plan if you need to. Then get right back to it. If you believe you can do it, you will.
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