Oak Hill, WV (WOAY) – While the current weather conditions may not be ideal, adding a few extra steps to your daily routine may help you live longer.
According to a study in The Publication Lancet, if most adults walked just five extra minutes a day, it could prevent ten percent of early deaths.
When it comes to adults living a sedentary lifestyle, the five additional minutes of walking could lead to an additional six percent fewer early deaths.
Walking is a good place to start when it comes to adding more exercise to your day, but making other changes to your daily routine can be beneficial, such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator or riding a bike instead of driving short distances.
For more information on walking, or to find ways to add physical activity to your day, contact a fitness professional in your area.
