Wednesday, April 15, 2009

If Walking were a Pill...

Investigators reported last week that a 12 week program of moderate intensity walking not only improved a variety of metabolic measurements in pre-, peri- and post-menopausal women, but boosted health related quality of life as well. The research has been clear and consistent in nearly every age group and demographic. Even moderate levels of physical activity lead to benefits that if linked to a pill would be considered miraculous. The question remains why do so many people do so much to avoid what is clearly beneficial?

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