12. Enhances Creativity
Need a creative boost? Walking can help. Research published in The Journal of Experimental Psychology found that walking stimulates creativity and problem-solving. It encourages free-flowing thinking and can make brainstorming more effective.
13. Helps Attain Other Health Goals
When you establish a daily walking routine, other healthy habits often follow. Walking regularly increases your sense of accomplishment and can motivate you to set and achieve additional health goals, such as eating healthier or trying other forms of exercise.
14. Supports Healthy Aging
Walking not only improves your immediate health but also supports long-term longevity. Studies have shown that even moderate movement can lower the risk of death by up to 31% in those who meet physical activity guidelines. Faster walking paces have been linked to even greater reductions in mortality risk.
