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Is walking is good for whole body?

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Dr. George Mathew answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Yes: 30-60 min of sustained walk is a good exercise.

Answered 9/21/2015

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Walking is good.: We shouldn't devalue the benefit of brisk walking as a whole body cardiovascular exercise which is low-impact and healthy benefits. Aerobics don't have to be strenuous to be helpful. A daily brisk walk, say 30 minutes, will help with weight loss, heart health and improvement of many medical conditions.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 9/21/2015

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