Walking offers a holistic approach to fitness that does much more than help firm up muscles. Here are a few unsung benefits:

• Emotional health. When everything seems out of whack, try lacing up and walking your cares away. A few minutes of brisk walking can get you in harmony again.

• Creativity. The endless stream of scenery and people provides brain candy for the wandering mind. When you’re stuck on a problem or looking to spark ideas, wake up your thoughts by hitting the road… or path… or trail and brainstorming away.

• Recovery. Walking can work up a sweat without pounding your joints.

Walking is easy, simple, and you can do it anywhere. Where will you walk today?