Benefits of walking
Walking in lockdown has helped with my breathing and general health. I had Covid earlier in the year and walking is a gentle way to increase my respiratory rate without overwhelming me. It gets my joints moving and helps clear my head after a busy day. Like all of us, my life has got busier again with the need to pack more into it. Walking helps me feel grounded and more connected to the little things around me, like birds, plants, insects, and my Jack Russell dog, Pip. I use mindfulness techniques as I walk which helps me connect to the sensory environment around me, clearing my head and reducing stress.