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Samantha Wood

The power of a Boxing Day walk: 5 reasons to go for a gentle stroll after Christmas

Friends walking dog in woods.

Love the thought of stretching your legs and going for the – often obligatory – Boxing Day walk, or prefer to stay cosy inside?

A tradition for many, the festive stroll dates back to the late 18th century, when the day after the main event became synonymous with exercise and liberation from being cooped up. The walk is a great way to aid digestion, clear a fuzzy head and spend time with loved ones, but it can often feel like yet ‘another’ thing to organise.

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