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Walk and Exercise to Add Healthy Years to Your Life
Analysis of research data shows that moderate and high levels of physical activity added disease-free years to life.

Walking Builds Aerobic Fitness at both High and Moderate Intensity
A 2005 study confirms aerobic fitness and health benefits for both high intensity walking and lower intensity, high frequency walking.

Quick Benefits Come from Changing Diet and Exercise
Basic changes in diet and exercise can lead to a dramatic drop in a person's risk for chronic illnesses in as little as six weeks. Although the notion that proper nutrition and exercise is good for you is not revolutionary, it's important that people know that major health benefits can come quickly.

Walk Away From Colds: Walking and Exercising Prevents Colds
Exercise and walking have been shown by research to reduce your risk of catching a cold. Find out more about exercise and your immune system and how to prevent catching a cold.

The above information may be found on the following website: About.com: Walking

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