D.C. Pedestrian

Health benefits of walking

Walking briskly (3.5 miles per hour) burns approximately 280 calories

It takes burning 3500 calories to lose one pound

So walking an extra 12 1/2 miles will help you lose 1 pound

Physical activity also helps to:

Reduce high blood pressure
Reduce risk for type 2 diabetes, heart attack, stroke, and several forms of cancer
Reduce arthritis pain and associated disability
Reduce risk for osteoporosis and falls
Reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety

Source: U.S. Center for Disease Control