Physical activity is extremely important for your body. Plus, you will experience a great impact on your emotional, physical, and mental health.

However, some people are busy all the time and cannot find time to work out. Yet, they no longer have excuses, as a recent study has shown that a 15-minute walk daily can give you some great similar benefits.

In fact, walking on a daily basis may add seven years to your life. Moreover, it alleviates depression, improves cognitive function, promotes your memory, boost weight loss and more.

According to the studies done by Harvard, walking lowers the risk of cardiovascular death by 35% and reduces the risk of stroke by 34%. Therefore, if you don’t have the time to hit a regular workout or go to the gym, you should definitely find time to walk for 15 minutes.

Here are the benefits of walking 15 minutes on a daily basis:

• High blood pressure

Walking every day to significantly lowers the risk of high blood pressure and keeps it under control.

• Mobility and body ache

Walking on a daily basis improves gastric mobility according to Tara Aleichem, a physical therapist at Cancer Treatment Center in America.

• Strong bones

Regular physical activity promotes bone density and makes them stronger. Walk every day to lower your risk of osteoporosis, fractures, and shrinkage of the spine.

• Cognitive performance

Recent studies have found that regular walks help you pay more attention, improve memory, reasoning etc.

• Longevity

Numerous studies have proven that regular walking can help you to expect a greater longevity.

• Mood

A 2016 study found that 15-minute walks provide positive mindset and decrease the feelings of negativity.

• Digestion

Regular walking can help you improve your gastric mobility.

In fact, walking can make you calm and happy. Also, you should drink plenty of water, and always carry a water bottle with you. If you can’t walk alone, ask your friends or family to join you in.