Nature walks are perhaps the best way to make the most of the pleasant weather during the Monsoon. The slight chill in the air and the clouds which gather around, simply encourage you to go for an outing. More than anything else, the health benefits of an early morning walk should always push you to get out and take a walk.
Monsoon is perhaps the best time for morning walks. The weather totally plays along with you and a passing shower or two adds more fun to the experience. We take a look at 6 reasons which will encourage you to take a morning walk during Monsoon.
Fresh Air
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Rain comes down and washes away most of the impurities in the air. It is widely known that air pollution levels are well under control on rainy days. Thus it makes complete sense to go out there and walk the talk.
Weight Loss
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All that lip-smacking Monsoon junk you’ve been hogging on is adding calories and inches to your waistline. A brisk morning walk during Monsoon will ensure that you burn calories and your metabolism gets the perfect early morning push.
Muscular Lift
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There’s a very good chance that repeated spells of rain have kept you at home for long. Basically, you’ve become a sofa vegetable. Your muscles need some form of workout and walking can help in this regard. Regular morning walks improve muscular strength and benefit your calves, hamstrings, arms, and legs.
Healthy Heart
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Although eating habits do influence your overall health and well-being, a healthy heart is also a result of regular workout. Taking morning walks and doing some deep breathing while at it can spell wonders for your heart. It improves your blood circulation and strengthens your heart.
Better Sleep
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If you wish to sleep well, then you must wake up and take a walk. It is a known fact that physical activity during the day helps one sleep better at night. Regular early morning walks also regulate your sleeping cycle. Also, early morning exercise is directly related to the amount of time you spend in deep sleep.
Stressbuster
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It’s not just your physical strength which benefits from an early morning walk. Even your mind needs some ‘relaxing’ and an early morning walk in the freshness of Monsoon also acts as a stress buster. Simply speaking, your overall psychological well-being is very much influenced by an early morning walk.
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