Compared to running, walking less popular in the community and even tend to be regarded as a sport. In fact, walking has advantages that make it ideally suited done by anyone.
"Run it puts extra stress on the knees and other joints in the foot. Walking is not, therefore called low impact," said Dr. Listya Tresnanti Mirtha, SpKO of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Indonesia.
Regarding the trend of running and marathon race which was very popular, a doctor who is familiarly called Dr. Tata admitted happy. However, the trend ran among young people who are very popular these days promote a healthy lifestyle that is sedentary.
However, Dr. Tata warned that not everyone is suitable for running. Elderly people and those with weight problems should not be carelessly come running, there should be an examination of the doctor to ensure physical support or not.
"It is not allowed, but three months before had to be preparation. Do not suddenly join the marathon. Better yet, first check to a sports doctor," messages from Tata.
Walk with moderate intensity, safely performed even by the elderly and obese people. If routinely carried out for 30 minutes every day, the risk of type 2 diabetes and various complications can be reduced by up to 30 percent.
Moderate intensity when walking, according to Dr. Tata can be measured by the ability to speak. Is said to have a medium intensity if while walking one can still talk, but is not able to sing. "Benchmark is struggling," said Dr. Tata.
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