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Integrating walking into fitness and wellness programs

From an abstract about how to integrate walking into fitness programs (I looked up the article in a library data base), a common dilemma for fitness instructors and venues: "By mid-March, most of the 'New Year's resolution members' have vanished."

From the rest of the article, why walking should be among the portfolio of programs:
  • Reasons for walking.
  • Not dependent on location.
  • Everyone knows how to walk. When it comes to Nordic walking, the skill to learn is synchronizing use of the poles with one's stride.
  • Low impact.
  • Low cost.
  • Physical benefits, e.g., "...weight and blood pressure management, decreased risk of heart attack and stroke, higher HDL levels, reduced risk of breast cancer and type II diabetes, relief from arthritis and back pain, and stronger muscles, bones, and joints. Walking may also contribute to reducing the risk of Alzheimer's disease and dementia."
  • Psychological benefits, e.g., "…Stress reduction and improvements asleep, endorphin production, problem-solving capabilities and self-esteem.