WALK FOR HEALTH


Walking Tips

  • Walk briskly, but you should be able to maintain a conversation while exercising.

  • Walk for a determined number of minutes, rather than miles. An average pace of brisk walking is 1 mile in 18 to 20 minutes or about 3 miles per hour.

  • Walk for a total of at least 30 minutes per day.

  • Doing physical activity 3 to 4 times per week is recommended. However, walking can be done everyday.

  • Swing your arm at your side with elbow bent at a 90 degree angle.

  • Drink plenty of water before, during, and after you exercise.

  • Stop to rest if you feel faint.

Physical activity is FUN and good for your MIND and BODY.

"Walk for Health... A guide to Increasing Your Physical Activity" is available in Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese and English.

Funding for this project is provided by the Physical Activity Initiative, California Department of Health Services, Chronic Disease Risk Reduction, Contract #90-18515