How to Walk

  1. Posture

    Keep your head held high, back straight, arms slightly bent, and keep your eyes looking forward. Make sure your position is comfortable!

  2. Even ground

    Walking on even ground prevents twisting an ankle, slipping, and other dangers when it comes to uneven ground.

  3. Warmup

    Make sure to take it slow for the first 5-10 minutes to get those muscles warmed up!

  4. Heel-Toe

    As you are walking, make sure to start out with your heel. This makes for a smoother step with less bounce in your stride.

  5. Supportive Shoes

    Invest in thick, cushioned, flexible-soled shoes. Too thin of soles will make your feet hurt, and who wants that?

  6. Consistency

    Walk every day if you can. Regular exercise is essential for good health.

  7. Cool down

    Bring it back down to a slow walk for the last 5-10 minutes to let your muscles relax.

  8. Stretch

    Stretching can be done before or after, but both is even better. It’s always a good idea to relax the muscles out when they are worked.

photo diagram of a man walking with captions: looks straight ahead, head & shoulders bakc, natural shoulder movement, straight back, elbows slightly bent, smooth roll steps (heel to toe)

Sources

  1. ""Walking: Trim your waistline, improve your health." Mayo Clinic. Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 19 Mar. 2016. Web.