Preparation
While walking can seem like a regular part of your day, setting aside time to go for a stroll can do more for your overarching wellness than you may realize. “Not walking regularly can lead to you feeling tired, sore, and achy—because our bodies were designed to move,” says Cathy Spencer-Browning, the vice president of programming and training at MOSSA. “The less we move, the more we lose our strength and resilience, which can lead to detrimental health effects later down the road.”
If you need to get moving, consider a few different activities. “Simple things you can do to get more walking in your day could include a quick night walk, parking your car farther from the entrance of the store, taking the stairs rather than an elevator or escalator, and taking breaks in your day to get up and move around for a few minutes,” Spencer-Browning says. If you opt for a walk in the evening, you’ll need to make sure you stay safe with gear readily available to wear and bring along for your exercise. Here, find the best safety gear to shop now for your next nighttime walk around the block.
Women’s Bean Bright Multisport VestLululemon ″Fast and Free″ Running BeltGeneral Medi Store Mini First Aid KitAsics GEL-Nimbus 24 Lite-ShowL.L.Bean Trailblazer Scout HeadlampGarmin Instinct 2 SolarLululemon ″Fast and Free″ Run ArmbandNike Running Hat and Gloves SetAmbidextrous Reflective BandsLoaded Edge Emergency Whistles with Lanyard
