A 20-minute brisk walk daily reduces early death risk by up to 30%. Walking at 20 minutes per mile (3mph) burns 70-100 calories. A 20-minute walk adds 2000-3000 steps daily
Nordic walking poles cost as little as $70 and require proper wrist straps. Poles should touch ground at 90-degree elbow angle with wrist straps. Different attachments needed for pavement (rubber pads) and dirt (metal spike)
People burn 3-4 calories per minute during moderate-intensity sex. Men burn 4.2 calories per minute, women 3.1 calories per minute. Average sexual encounter lasts 6 minutes, burning 25-19 calories
Physical activity is the movement of the body in response to external stimuli. Physical activity can be measured in calories burned during exercise. Physical activity can be measured in calories burned during physical activity
Walking reduces chronic disease risk and lowers blood pressure. Regular walking improves mood and reduces stress. Walking burns calories and helps maintain healthy weight. Walking improves brain function and boosts creativity. Walking strengthens joints and prevents varicose veins
Calorie burn depends on weight, distance, speed, and terrain. 200-pound person burns 286 calories/hour walking 2.5mph on firm surface. 140-pound person burns 200 calories/hour walking 2.5mph on firm surface