Although I am aware that walking is good for me, I will appreciate it if you can confirm how much walking I should be doing on a daily basis. I am 60 years old.
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Research has shown that moderate activity such as walking has excellent health benefits. At least, 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity is recommended each week. Just over 20 minutes of brisk walking could be enough for you.
In addition, doing a variety of activities, particularly as you get older, will challenge your body, lead to greater fitness and health benefits and help you avoid injuries. Such activities include, weight training, swimming or biking, and yoga among others.
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