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Fit & Well
Health
Alice Porter

I walked a half marathon and it helped me build stronger legs and improved my resilience

A woman in shorts and hiking boots walks along a rural path. She is facing away from the camera, wearing a backpack, and on either side of the path she walks on are lots of leafy bushes and plants.

I know running is a great form of aerobic exercise with lots of health benefits but I’ve always struggled to enjoy it.

Walking, on the other hand, is something that's a big part of my daily routine. I’ve been walking 10,000 steps every day for the past year and it’s had a positive impact on both my physical and mental health.

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