Try This 10-Week Walking Plan

July 07, 2021 "Set small, realistic exercise goals. For example, work to increase your exercise by five or 10 minutes. At the end of the week, you'll feel a sense of accomplishment." — Kristin S. Vickers, Ph.D., L.P. Move Your Body Walk for weight loss: Try these tips Are you missing out on an easy fitness win? Lace up your sneakers and get walking. Brisk walking can provide many of the heart-healthy benefits of more-vigorous exercises, such as running. Read on for a 10-week walking plan and tips on how to get started. When you feel ready for a new challenge, follow the plan again and jog instead! Get moving with these tips » Overcome Obstacles 11 setback recovery tips Has it been a while since the scale moved in the right direction? Is motivation waning? Whether you've hit a plateau or started slipping back into old habits, it's never too late to get back on course. Read on to learn how you can recommit to your goals. Get back on track now » Today's Cooking Tip Add flavor without extra calories Easy, flavorful food combinations can add pizazz to your meals and snacks, and keep you motivated to meet your goals. Jazz up dishes by using herbs and spices to add color, taste and aroma. Add cilantro to rice or bean dishes. Sprinkle rosemary on roasted potatoes, cubed squash (or other veggies) or grilled meats. Try using freshly chopped chives in omelets or pasta salads. It's that easy! ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities BECOME A MEMBER! You are receiving this message because you subscribed to The Mayo Clinic Diet newsletter, powered by Everyday Health. REMOVE me from this list | ADD me to this list | Customer service Copyright © 2021 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. All rights reserved. Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy. Mailing address: 345 Hudson Street, 16th Flr., New York, NY 10014