Research shows that one hour of vigorous activity a day can reduce the risk of breast cancer by 25%. However, one hour of walking each day has also been proven to reduce the risk of breast cancer.
According to a study, women who participate in an average of 60 minutes of walking per day, with no additional recreational activity, can lower their risk of breast cancer by 14% regardless of body type or hormonal status when compared to women who walked for 3 hours or less each week. Walking alone has been proven to reduce a number of ailments and improve balance, strength and blood pressure of those who walk on a regular basis.
To learn some of the other benefits walking can provide, check out the Anatomy of Walking, an infographic developed by Everybody Walk!
To learn some of the other benefits walking can provide, check out the Anatomy of Walking, an infographic developed by Everybody Walk!