Get a healthy boost from walking

Get a healthy boost from walking
Get a healthy boost from walking

Q: Do I really have to walk 10,000 steps a day? That’s a lot, all at once. I’m 75 and not really up for five miles without a stop (that’s what gives me 10,000 steps). What can I do?

A: First, congratulations on setting the goal of 10,000 steps a day for yourself. It’s a powerful way to maintain a healthy weight, muscle tone, cardiovascular fitness and good balanc that’s fall protection. The good ne…