Is an evening walk good for your health?

Since many people have to work all day, they now choose to do some aerobic exercises in the evening, and walking is the most common one. The main reason why walking is so popular is that it is not restricted by time and space and is more casual. But most people may not know what the specific benefits are? The editor will now tell you the specific benefits it can bring.

1. Walking can improve the excitation, inhibition and regulation processes of the cerebral cortex, thereby eliminating fatigue, relaxing, calming and clearing the mind. Therefore, many people like to use walking to regulate their spirit.

2. When walking, due to the contraction of the abdominal muscles, breathing becomes slightly deeper, the up and down movement of the diaphragm is strengthened, and the "massage effect" of the abdominal wall muscle movement on the gastrointestinal tract, the blood circulation of the digestive system will be strengthened, gastrointestinal motility will increase, and digestive capacity will be improved.

3. When walking, the lung ventilation volume is more than doubled than usual, which is beneficial to improving the function of the respiratory system.

4. Walking, as a whole-body exercise, can mobilize most of the body's muscles and bones, thereby enhancing the body's metabolic activity, developing muscles, and improving blood circulation, thereby reducing the possibility of arteriosclerosis.

5. It is best for the weak to walk more than 5 kilometers per hour. Walking too slowly will not achieve the purpose of strengthening the body. Only by taking big steps, swinging your arms, and moving your whole body can you regulate the functions of various organs in the body and promote metabolism. It is best to do it in the early morning or after meals, 2 to 3 times a day, each time for more than half an hour. People with insomnia can take a 15-minute walk before going to bed at night. It is advisable to walk 80 meters per minute for half an hour each time, which will have a better calming effect.

From the article, we can see that insisting on taking a walk at night is a very healthy exercise, and the amount and intensity of exercise are relatively moderate. You might as well try to develop this good habit. In addition, the editor reminds everyone not to go for a walk outdoors immediately after eating dinner. You should rest for about half an hour before exercising.