Wellness Now: Your Oasis during Challenging Times
The vernal equinox arrives on Saturday...celebrate the first day of spring by going out for a walk! Walking provides countless health benefits for body, mind and soul. Numerous studies have shown that the simple act of walking is the best activity we can do to improve overall physical, mental and emotional health, increase longevity and support our ability to remain active.

To reap the benefits, walk at a brisk pace for a minimum of 20 minutes (2,000-3,000 steps, about a mile). Give your active brain a rest by making it a mindful walk: listen to the bird songs; be on the lookout for the early spring bulbs; feel the (hopefully!) warmer temps. Taking a walk is an ideal way to start the day but if that's not your jam, the days are getting longer so you can walk later!

Check out more health benefits of walking below, then lace up your sneaks and head out the door. (Be sure to make a habit of it!)
May you be well,
Olivia (aka, Ohm)
Relaxation Coach, Workshop Facilitator, Author
Walking: simple, safe and effective 👟
Reasons to Keep on Walkin'

  • Experience important health benefits: better cardiovascular health, stronger muscles, lower cholesterol levels, decreased blood pressure, less inflammation
  • Burn calories: a brisk 20-minute walk eats up roughly 100 calories
  • Increase longevity: a 2015 study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that a daily walk could reduce the risk of death by upwards of 30%
  • Enjoy more energy: walking at least 20 minutes boosts energy levels and diminishes fatigue
  • Feel happier: a Scientific Reports study found that people who walked or exercised moderately were happier overall...so walk your worries away (thanks to the release of endorphins, the "happy hormones"!)

Romeo is ready to shake off winter,
get out of his sweater...and go outside for a nice springtime walk!
"No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn."
~ Hal Borland