Did You Know?: Walking may lower women’s stroke risk

According to this article from Time.com, a new study from the American Heart Association suggests that walking may lower women’s risk of stroke. The greatest benefit, with a 37 percent decreased risk of stroke (vs. women who did not walk), appeared to go to those women who reported walking “briskly,” i.e., at a pace at which one “should be able to talk — but not sing.” Women who walked at least two hours per week at any pace showed a 30 percent decreased risk. The study also tested various vigorous activities but did not find a link between these activities and reduced stroke risk. What makes this good news great is that walking is so convenient. It’s free, requires little more than some supportive footwear, and can be done anywhere and at any time: in the city, in the country, on your lunch break or on vacation. So what are you waiting for? Take a hike!

Time Website

American Heart Association Website

According to this article from Time.com, a new study from the American Heart Association suggests that walking may lower women’s risk of stroke. The greatest benefit, with a 37 percent decreased risk of stroke (vs. women who did not walk), appeared to go to those women who reported walking “briskly,” i.e., at a pace at which one “should be able to talk — but not sing.” Women who walked at least two hours per week at any pace showed a 30 percent decreased risk. The study also tested various vigorous activities but did not find a link between these activities and reduced stroke risk. What makes this good news great is that walking is so convenient. It’s free, requires little more than some supportive footwear, and can be done anywhere and at any time: in the city, in the country, on your lunch break or on vacation. So what are you waiting for? Take a hike!

Time Website

American Heart Association Website