What Walking Does

• Reduces the risk of various diseases such as coronary heart disease, strokes, diabetes, high blood pressure, bowel cancer, Alzheimer's disease, osteoporosis and arthritis
• Produces endorphin, a natural painkiller and relaxant, thereby inducing a feeling of well-being and positivist
• Increases one's metabolism, and helps control one's appetite
• Improves the flexibility of joints and muscles as well as building strength in bones and muscles
• Enhances creativity
• Can be a meditative experience