There is a perfect time for walking... Adjust your pace according to the desired effect.

When do you usually walk?

I usually walk divided into lunchtime, after work, and evening.

Walking also has different effects depending on the time.

 

1. 1. Morning fasting state = weight loss effect
2. Post-meal walking = aids in blood sugar control
3. 3. In case of obesity = Evening exercise is recommended

Walking for 10 minutes after meals lowers average blood sugar by 12% compared to walking for 30 minutes at any time during the day.

Walking without overexerting yourself will help your health.

Keep your health secure with healthy steps~

 

Walking improves overall fitness, aids in weight loss, and enhances mood. These effects vary depending on when you walk. Experts explain that it is also important to consider the timing along with the intensity and duration of walking.

 

Walking on an empty stomach in the morning is effective for weight loss. Morning is the time when the body's carbohydrate levels are at their lowest during the day, so even with the same exercise, the rate of fat utilization to obtain necessary energy is higher. Since the body first uses fat as an energy source, it helps with dieting. Additionally, as metabolism becomes more active, brain activity is stimulated and concentration can improve.

 

Walking exercise after meals helps with blood sugar control. The time when blood sugar is highest in the body is between 30 minutes to 1 hour after eating, and light exercise during this period increases muscle activity, which uses glucose. Unused glucose is converted into triglycerides and stored in the body, increasing the risk of various diseases.

For this reason, walking after meals can be used as an effective method for diabetes patients to manage their blood sugar levels. As glucose in the blood is consumed more, blood sugar levels can be stabilized. A study conducted by researchers in New Zealand on diabetes patients found that walking for 10 minutes after a meal lowered the average blood sugar by 12% more than walking for 30 minutes at any time during the day. In particular, the most significant effect was observed after dinner, rather than breakfast or lunch, with blood sugar levels decreasing by up to 22%.

However, vigorous walking immediately after a meal should be avoided. Excessive exercise reduces blood flow to the stomach, which can interfere with digestion.

Obese individuals should walk in the evening. According to a study from the University of Sydney in Australia, obese people who exercised between 6 p.m. and midnight had a 28% lower mortality rate than those who exercised in the morning or afternoon.

 

<Source: Asia Economy>