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Walking Instead of Driving

A person uses about 2 Kcal per minute by seating on a chair. That person will double that consumption just by sitting up and taking a few steps. By speeding up the metabolism it he/she will use about 7 kcal per minute. This way, a number of things are accomplished:

he/she will avoid stress in the intersections;

back pain caused by the uncomfortable seats in modern cars will be long forgotten;

he/she will smilingly watch the morning news announcing a new increase in fuel prices;

he/she will actively participate in creating a cleaner and more beautiful world;

he/she will find the secret of keeping a beautiful silhouette for ever.


Nothing from what the car is offering you - even a sporty one, with little horsies on the hood – will be more beneficial to you than walking with your own legs. Like magic, your muscles will tone and your waist will become more svelte. Maybe even thinking about my proposal will tire you down, but I'll throw in a couple of reasons:

More energy. Maybe you won't believe it, but after taking a stroll you'll become more energetic and full of life. The tension disappears and the pulmonary capacity increases, meaning you become more resistant to fatigue. Current research has shown that physical activity triggers a hormone which increases energy levels. So you'll get rid of the added cost at the pump, as well as the chocolate you used to eat during lunch time, since you don't need those anymore. With the saved money I suggest you buy yourself a present.

Zero stress. Physical activity stimulates the production of biochemical substances in the organism. An example would be serotonin, which gives us a feeling of wellness. Also, because of the increase in the internal body temperature, after a walk we'll feel as relaxed as after a hot bath. Yummy!

A healthy mind. After a small obstacle to tackle in the beginning, you'll realize that there's a healthier and a much more creative mind in your healthy body.

Great blood flow. Walking stimulates the increase of HDL - which is good cholesterol – with up to 20%. HDL helps eliminating LDL – which is bad cholesterol since it clogs the arteries - from the blood circulation. What's more, triglycerides – which is actually fat in the blood – drop by up to 40% after a more dynamic stroll. They are converted into fat acids, which is energy, by the calorie burn caused by physical activity. You can forget about cardio-vascular illnesses or obesity. Walking is your only ally in the fight against the fast-food joints stalking you at every corner.

Stamina. A sustained walk which becomes an everyday habit means health. The cardiac rhythm accelerates and the blood begins to send immune cells into the organism, which protect you from illness. The immune cells detect enemies of the organism – for example viruses – and annihilate them. You can forget about colds and flues, not to mention other grave illnesses which surround us.

These are just some of the most important motives for which you HAVE to get rid of the car you drive at least for half an hour a day. Plus, you should be practical and think about the inherent costs that come with driving your car, the road on which you do, the emissions with which you poison the ones around you and yourself. For a walk you only need a few things:

a casual pair of sports shoes; wear the cotton socks you're going to use when trying on your first sports shoes. If you feel them comfortable then you can buy them. It is the only criteria;

casual clothing, meaning an undershirt, a top and soft pants, which follow the line of the body. Avoid tight or loose clothing which may hinder your movements;

a bottle of water to hydrate you and help the body eliminate toxins;

avoid carrying non-useful things;

always have a flashlight on you in the case you're having a stroll at night or you adventuring through the woods;

remember to always look forward, move your arms around your body and don't drag you feet. Also, you should keep a straight back.


It's all in the attitude.
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