There’s a lot of reasons to doff your walking shoes and head out to wherever it is you need to go. Here’s ten:

1.     A nearly 5 k walk takes about 45 minutes

2.     Walking gives you an emotional boost as it ramps up your endorphins

3.     Walking helps to keep you trim, but it’s not the be-all or end all in weight loss. If you are actively seeking to change your bodyshape, it’s best to consult professionals. 

4.     If you decide to rely on alternative transportation as your main mode of transportation, you’ll definitely save money on parking, gas, car maintenance, etc. 

5.     You’ll be able to augment your walking with other modes like transit

6.     You’ll reduce your anxiety

7.     You’ll reduce your screen time

8.     You can listen to podcasts, music, or other media as you walk

9.     Preparing to walk makes the walk more pleasurable. Consider the shoes, clothes and the various accoutrements you’ll need to be prepared, 

10.    Prioritizing your walk means you will eventually choose to walk before you choose to use other types of transportation.