A daily walk can reduce a person’s risk of developing heart disease, stroke, and cancer, as well as improving fitness in the long run. It’s also one of the easiest ways to socialise and stay connected to our community, helping us feel less lonely and isolated.
That’s why this May, Living Streets is encouraging people to #Try20 and walk for 20 minutes each day as part of National Walking Month.
While walking is a proven way to improve mental and physical wellbeing, it’s clear that many people aren’t doing it often enough. As part of a YouGov survey conducted by Living Streets, a fifth (22%) of walking Brits say they spend less than 20 minutes walking in an average day, even though 40% say they feel “anxious, irritable, or lonely” after spending an entire day at home. 36% of survey respondents also said they feel “less fit” after just one day without leaving the house.
Source – Living Streets