Walking for Vein and Vascular Health

If the rise of "walked 10,000 steps a day" or "walked 20,000 steps a day" videos on YouTube wasn't enough of a hint, the popularity of walking has exploded. This is well-deserved, as walking has a wide range of health advantages. Benefits for your vein and vascular health are included.

The importance of improved circulation cannot be overstated. Better blood flow is beneficial to the heart, veins, and the overall health of the individual. While maintaining a healthy weight is critical, overweight persons who walk frequently are in considerably better shape than someone of the same weight who does not.

Improved circulation improves blood flow, which helps prevent blood from accumulating in varicose veins in the legs'.

Walking is a low-impact exercise that helps you burn calories. Because walking falls below the cardiac rate for cardio, a person who walks long enough to burn off any stored sugar in the system will begin burning fat rather than stored calories. That's a terrific technique to burn off the spare tire around the belly and become in better shape slowly but consistently.

All while benefiting from improved circulation.

Walking decreases the risk of "metabolic syndrome" difficulties by nearly 400 percent, according to a research published in the Library of Medicine (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29522861/). Metabolic syndrome concerns include Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and heart disease.

Walking has been demonstrated to cut cholesterol, lower blood pressure, and enhance blood sugar levels. When it comes to improving vascular and vein health in the body, that combination is unbeatable.

These are just a few of the numerous cardiac advantages that walking provides. Are you looking for a suitable walking route? We can suggest a few! 

We are just a call or click away. To learn more, book an appointment online or over the phone with PeachState Advanced Cardiac & Endovascular. We have several locations in Georgia: Newnan, Atlanta, & Griffin.

Author

Kelly Miles Current Director of Business Development & Operations at PeachState Advanced Cardiac & Endovascular- PACE. Kelly has a passion for helping others navigate the healthcare industry and ensuring quality outcomes. She lives in Newnan, GA with her husband and children.