Walking meetings result in active employees, and active employees are essential to a healthy company. Research shows that they are more productive, work harder, are more motivated and less likely to be sick, deliver more and cost less.
Feeting is a great way to improve or maintain your overall health. Just 30 minutes of walking every day can increase your cardiovascular fitness, strengthen your bones, reduce your excess body fat, boost your muscle power and enlarge your endurance. It can also reduce your risk of developing conditions such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and cancer.
Feeting is one of the best exercises for heart health. Walking can improve your cholesterol levels, blood pressure and energy levels according to the the American Heart Association. It can also help reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke. The best part? You can improve your heart health while meeting with your colleagues.
Walking improves oxygen flow to the brain. Your brain uses about 20% of your body’s total oxygen supply. If your brain isn't getting enough oxygen, you'll feel 'foggy' or unfocused. Also, about a third of your brain is made up of blood vessels - no wonder substantial blood flow to your brain is important. In fact, increased blood flow is linked to better cognitive function, improved memory and overall protection against decline.
Walking is important to control your weight because it helps you burn calories. If you add 30 minutes of brisk walking to your daily routine, you burn about 150 more calories a day. Of course, the more you walk and the quicker your pace, the more calories you'll burn.
