Although there's no firm data on how many women have taken up walking to lose stomach fat over the past year, fitness experts say that the current financial crisis will likely only fuel the walking craze. After all, it's free, and the only equipment you need is a pair of comfortable shoes.
In fact, a recent survey of 1200 people showed that economic concerns were a primary reason people walked. High gas prices, in particular, have really encouraged folks to think of walking as a means of transportation.
Employers and employees alike are realizing that walking is an easy, inexpensive way to lose belly fat and improve their overall health. And what's notable in the study, is that participants did not have to make any dietary changes, and even lost a significant amount of weight, proving that walking itself was directly responsible for the improvement.
Other studies have shown that walking lowers blood pressure, increases energy, improves bone density, prevents weight gain, eases depression and reduces the risk of premature death from all causes--and that's just for starters.
But perhaps most encouraging, women everywhere are finding that even a little effort can lead to a big payoff. Start by squeezing in five minutes here, 10 minutes there--skipping short cab rides, not using the people mover at the airport – and some others you may think of.
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