Published Aug 4, 2026, 4:14 PM EDT
Walking isn't a downgrade from your workout routine; it's the glue holding your recovery together.
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Published Aug 4, 2026, 4:14 PM EDT
Walking is one of those exercises that helps us remain independent as we age. If you are able, never stop walking. Now, if you are a runner, lifter or active in sports, you may not think you get much from going for a walk. But if you are sedentary, a 15-minute walk can be a gut check. So, how walking will work for you depends on your current condition. Regardless, walking is something we must maintain and can use to stay healthy, stay alert at work, and de-stress after a challenging day. When you are used to pushing your heart rate into the red zone, walking can easily be dismissed as something meant for beginners. However, incorporating a weekly long walk on your rest/recovery day and a daily 20-minute de-stressing walk are two of the most effective ways to boost mental health and physical performance and to recover from previous workouts. Here is the science behind both and how to implement a “walking plan” throughout your training week:
