Dog Walking Month? Time for Walkies!
January is Dog Walking Month and a great excuse to restart those healthy habits, and think about enjoying being in the great outdoors.
It comes as no surprise then, that January also doubles up as Walk Your Dog Month.
Benefits for you too!
- Good for the heart
It’s so important to keep your heart in perfect condition, as it is responsible for pumping blood and oxygen around the body to all areas and organs. Walking will strengthen your heart and reduce the risk of heart disease and strokes.
If you walked for 30 minutes per day, you can reduce your risk of stroke by 27%, which is pretty amazing. It also allows your body to swap the bad cholesterol for the good.
- Walking aids in weight loss
Walking at around 2mpth for 30 minutes, you will burn around 75 calories, which equates to an incredible 7 lbs per year!
- Walking allows you heightened energy levels
That familiar feeling of lethargy in January is particularly strong, so getting out and about will boost those energy levels, and leave you wanting more. This will help you feel more alert and awake.
- Walking can decrease your risk of dementia
An older person who walks six or more miles a week is far less likely to suffer from problems such as dementia. The simple reason is that walking has actually been proven to prevent your brain from shrinking.
- Walking increases your Vitamin D intake
Lots of people here in the UK are Vitamin D deficient, so it is important to increase your levels by getting outside as much as possible. Great for one health and your immune system, there are always such healthy advantages to walking your dog.
And last but not least…
Walking makes you happy!
If you are looking for some inspiration of where to take your fury friends for a good walk locally, take a look at our latest blog that will give you plenty of inspiration