Don’t underestimate walking! It is beneficial to the production of alpha waves and calms the brain

Humans are walking animals, so walking is the movement that best fits the human body posture. Walking can evenly move the joints throughout the body, including ankles, knees, hips, spine, shoulders, etc., so that our body can achieve balance. Walking is different from running. It does not put excessive burden on cartilage. Instead, it can moderately stimulate ligaments, contract muscles, promote blood circulation, and maintain physical health.

Walking can produce alpha waves, which can calm the brain

In addition to the exercise effects, it also makes the brain more flexible. According to research, walking can produce alpha waves, which can calm the brain and make the body more stable. However, only with the "correct walking posture" can the above effects be achieved.

The correct walking posture is to take steps naturally. The stride length for an adult is about 60 to 80 centimeters, with feet as wide as shoulders, and a frequency of about 60 steps per minute. In addition, your stride should not be too large or too fast, otherwise you will not be able to achieve the best walking effect and you will be prone to injury.

In addition, in response to the trend of weight loss through walking, walking shoes have also been launched on the market. Maasai health shoes were popular not long ago. They are a type of shoe made based on the natural way of walking. The soles are arc-shaped and are suitable for people who cannot move their ankles due to stiff or injured ankles. In fact, under normal circumstances, you can check whether you have flat feet or high arches, and then wear adjusted insoles that fit you. There is no need to wear special shoes.

This article is from Caishi Culture's "The Complete Book of Pain Massage and Stretching"