Walking is recommended by the brightest specialists – this type of physical activity costs nothing, requires no equipment and can be practiced all year round.

Staying active throughout the day is very important, especially for people who spend a lot of time at their desks in offices and do not get enough exercise. Why is walking advised by us, too? Here is a list of reasons why we think walking is beneficial:

1. Lower type 2 diabetes risk: A brisk walk is an excellent way to prevent type 2 diabetes. This activity is of moderate intensity and cannot do harm to joints – you can practice it as often as you wish. In fact, even if you do not suffer from type 2 diabetes, you should know that walking briskly can improve insulin sensitivity and make you healthier.

2. Better concentration: The University of East Anglia analyzed data taken from over 18,000 commuters and revealed that those who bike or walk to work can concentrate on their office tasks much more easily than people who go to work by car or bus.