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The University of Montana

Walking and Your Health

 

Walking is incredibly good exercise. It uses many muscles groups, and provides aerobic benefits.

walker

Some benefits of walking are:

    • You'll be stronger
    • You'll reduce your risk of highblood pressure
    • You'll sleep better
    • You'll reduce your risk of diabetes
    • You'll tone up your muscles
    • You may live longer and you'll certainly feel better!
    • You'll handle stress and anxiety better
    • You'll have more energy
    • You'll increase your immunity
    • You'll build stronger bones
    • You'll improve your cholesterol levels

Thinking about starting a walking program?
Health Enhancement
can help.

image of person walking

Stop by at the Health Enhancement office at Curry Health Center, and pick up your own Pedometer and walking packet. Packets include:

Questions? Call us at 243-2809.

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