Losing weight is a matter of taking in fewer calories than you burn. Once a healthy diet is planned it’s time to get down to exercise. This should include seven days a week, 30 minutes a day of aerobic exercise. It can be running on a treadmill, swimming, or even walking to lose weight. Walking is a low impact way to accomplish the exercise goal. With a few tips in mind it can be even better.

Walking for 30 minutes a day seven days a week is a great start. In fact, it’s much better than the five day, or even three day, plan that many people recommend. 30 minutes of exercise 3-5 times a week just isn’t enough. The body needs work every day. That means seven days a week and if walking is the way to make that tolerable every day for the rest of your life, then walk.
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