Short term benefits
By walking for 30 minutes each day, you will begin to notice the following benefits within two or three weeks.
A sense of well-being and uplifted mood
Improved ability to meet the demands of your daily activities
Improved motor skills
Increased vitality and renewed sense of energy
Improved muscle tone in the shines, calves and thighs
Long term benefits
A regular walking program can help you lose weight and reduce your risk to coronary artery disease, although you shouldn't expect any quick results. Research shows a half-hour walk at your target heart rate range can lead to a slow, steady shedding of 16 to 18 pounds per year. Other long-term benefits include:
Improved agility and coordination
Improved muscular strength
Increased cardiovascular endurance
Lower blood pressure and blood glucose levels
Reduced risk of coronary heart disease
Increased bone density