10 Benefits of Walking to Work
There are many health benefits to reap from walking to work. You will not only be able to save money on transport and reduce your carbon footprint, but your mind and body will ideally benefit. Here are some of other benefits:
It's good for your health. Walking reduces risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, can assist with weight loss, and it can keep you fit.
It gives you energy and reduces fatigue. Gentle exercise like walking gives you a natural boost of energy through enhancing circulation and oxygen supply around your body.
It's free! Walking to work and back can save you a substantial amount of money. Over time, the amount of money you save can be used for more rewarding ventures than paying to fill up your gas tank each week.
It might be faster. Why bother dealing with rush hour traffic and road rage? You just might be able to get to the office a lot faster by walking.
Extra time to organize your mind. Walking gives you an ideal chance to meditate on issues in your life. Walking to work will give you free time to think and contemplate without the pressure of workplace surroundings. Let your mind wander. Daydream, be creative, think about things you don’t have time to think about when your attention is taken up with work or home.
Increases wellbeing. Walking releases endorphins which can make you feel happier. It also gives you time to yourself, which in most of our busy lives we don’t get very often.
Appreciating the world around you. Walking is naturally slower than being in a car or a bus. This different pace means you will notice things on your walk to work that you well miss if using transport. You will be able to appreciate things like a really beautiful morning sky, a rainbow, or even watching the seasons change. It will make you really appreciate the city or town you live in.
Switching off. Walking to and from work are a great way to unplug and switch off from technology and social media. It can sometimes be very refreshing to have a half hour at the beginning and end of the day where you do not use any sort of technology.
Transitions. Being able to take time for yourself to destress and just be mindful can help make your emotional, mental, and physical transition from home to work much easier. It can help you to feel ready for work when you walk into the office and leave work behind when you walk into your home.
Lowers stress levels. In addition to increasing your overall wellbeing, walking can actually help reduce your stress levels. Walking allows you to focus more and feel less stressed.
