Walking has a ton of health and fitness benefits: it’s an accessible form of exercise for most people, it doesn’t require any equipment beyond well-fitting shoes, it can improve your endurance and muscle strength, and may even lighten your mood.
When my personal training clients ask what they should do outside of our sessions, walking is usually the first thing I recommend. But before hitting the outdoors, a proper warm-up is essential—especially if you’ve just started regular exercise.
