Registration for the Hoodies Singles RUN race
Very soon you will be able to jump (or walk) with thousands of other runners who will come to the largest bachelor and bachelorette race in the world as part of Hoodies singles RUN The love race of Tel Aviv-Jaffa that will take place on September 22, 2022 in Tel Aviv. So in order for you to enjoy the amazing experience we are preparing for you, we are also opening up the possibility of participating in the race for those who want to do it at a fast pace. Apart from the fact that brisk walking is a trend sweeping the active lifestyle world, it has great benefits for the body and soul – here are 10 that are just as good as running.
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1. Burning calories
If we were to ask at least 50% of the people why they engage in physical activity – the answer we would get is “in order to lose weight”. Fast walking contributes to the burning of calories, but different variables such as distance, walking pace, heart rate, etc. must be taken into account. If you are only interested in burning calories without sweating too much – this is the activity for you, but of course you must maintain a high and fast heart rate.
2. Prevention of heart disease
Although the heart does not work as hard as running, walking also reduces the chance of getting heart diseases. According to published studies, walking for about 30 consecutive minutes a day increases the chance of developing heart disease by 19%. The percentages increase significantly when walking for a longer period of time.
3. Balancing blood sugar levels
Another advantage of walking is balancing blood sugar levels. Various studies carried out indicate that walking for about 15 minutes after a meal (morning, lunch and dinner) is more beneficial than a continuous walk of 45 minutes. However, it is of course important to persist in this activity and not perform it occasionally or randomly.
4. Relief of joint pain
Most older people suffer from joint pain. This, thanks, of course, to age and lack of sports activity. Walking sometimes relieves joint pain, for the reason that during this activity the muscles supporting the joints are strengthened. We will also add that walking about 6 km a week reduces the chance of getting arthritis.
5. Strengthening the immune system
We are still in the days of the corona epidemic, when all the signs indicate that the stronger the immune system is, the body’s chance of fighting the virus increases. Walking has a direct effect on the immune system and from a study, people who persisted in walking for at least 45 minutes every day were less exposed to infectious and respiratory diseases. In addition, the symptoms of those people were milder even if they eventually got sick, compared to people who often sit and do no physical activity.
6. Raising the energy level
If once a cup of coffee was stimulating, today we live in an age where walking stimulates and invigorates even more. While walking, cortisol and epinephrine are released into the body – hormones that help the body increase energy – which contributes to alertness, vitality and the ability to function for a longer time at work.
7. Improving mood
Following the increase in energy by the secretion of hormones, the mood may also improve miraculously. This may help with self-esteem, reducing social pressure and more. In order to enjoy these benefits, all you have to do is walk 30-45 minutes daily at a moderate intensity.
8. Life extension
Directly to reduce the chance of heart disease, the chances of prolonging life also increase. According to published studies, walking prolongs life and prevents premature death by about 20 percent among the elderly population, while walking at a faster pace raises the percentage rate to 24.
9. Strengthening the leg muscles
Walking significantly strengthens the leg muscles, which, among other things, later helps with climbing stairs. In order to strengthen the leg muscles even more, it is recommended to combine walking with running, cycling and climbing.
10. Thinking outside the box
Although it is a surprise for him, walking improves productivity and thinking. In a previous study that included four experiments, the participants who walked a lot, especially in open areas, thought more far-reaching and came up with more ideas than those who did not walk. While walking, the mind is free for “clean” thoughts about personal life, daily plans and thoughts about the day to come or about the day that was. Try it, it works.