Hiking is an excellent way to reduce body fat and maintain weight and heart health .
Some tips for successful walks are:
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes ;
- Create an alternate plan for when the weather is not good.
- Make gradual progress, starting at 10 minutes and increasing by five, for example, until you reach a 30-40 minute walk three to four times a week.
Walk with good company or good music, and incorporate the walks into the daily routine, looking for ways to walk regularly.
Hiking has many advantages like: strengthen your heart, bones, burn calories and relieve stress. Hiking can be done on the street, indoors, in the park or simply around the block and can be done by individuals of all ages.
