National Walking Day

April 06, 2022

National Walking Day

Every first Wednesday in April is dedicated to walking for your health. National Walking Day is an effortless way to exercise and to meditate at the same time. It improves your health and may prevent certain diseases. You can walk for fifteen minutes or for one hour a day which will improve your respiratory system, cardiovascular system, and skeletal system. Make sure you wear comfortable shoes that are made for walking and not for jogging.

Also, to walk safely outside, make sure your cell phone is on mute, so it does not distract you. If you are walking on the street, never walk with your cellphone in front of you. If you use a guided meditation app, make sure you have it in a high volume and inside your bag or pocket. Have your hands free when you walk because it will create more blood circulation and exercise for your arms. Additionally, you can mentally do affirmations or mantras while you walk.

Slowly inhale and exhale while you walk. Your affirmations should be short such as “I am healthy,” “I am at peace,” and “I am filled with hope.” Another way to walk is by focusing on the colors that you see when you walk outside. Color walking is a mindfulness approach because you focus on the colors that you see in plant life, animals, and other items that you see on your path. Using color is also a therapeutic approach to feel better. Here are more resources about walking, shoes, and walking safely.

Color Walking Mindfulness Practice-Dr. Marie:

COLOR WALKING MINDFULNESS PRACTICE (drmariedezelic.com)

15 Best Comfy Walking Shoes for Women 2022, Per Podiatrists-Women's Health Magazine:

15 Best Comfy Walking Shoes For Women 2022, Per Podiatrists (womenshealthmag.com)

11 Walking Safety Rules of the Road-Very Well Fit:

11 Walking Safety Rules of the Road (verywellfit.com)

Walking Quotes:

Walking Quotes (591 quotes) (goodreads.com)