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"Oh, why do I feel a little heavy in my legs for the past two days?" Zhang Wei complained to Dr. Li Shushi, who was sitting at the table.
"Mr. Zhang, your legs are heavy, maybe you can't walk enough. Dr. Li Shushi said. Zhang Wei asked: "Didn't you say that if you walk fast, you will live a long life? I walk briskly every day to and from work, how can my legs still sink?"
Dr. Li Shushi said: "This statement is actually a misunderstanding. Many people think that if you walk fast, you can live longer, but this is not the case. There is no very direct correlation between the speed of walking and longevity. The key lies in the quality of walking and the physical condition of the individual. ”
Dr. Li Shushi explained: "People who regularly do aerobic exercise, regardless of how fast or slow they walk, have a relatively low overall mortality rate. The emphasis is on regularity and consistency, not speed. ”
Zhang Wei was a little fascinated when he heard it, it turned out that there was such a thing. Dr. Li Shushi said: "Let's look at the influence of psychological factors. Walking when you're in a good mood, whether it's fast or slow, is very good for heart health. This shows that mental health can also affect our longevity. ”
"So, Mr. Zhang, although you go fast, if you are full of worries about work every day, the effect will naturally be greatly reduced. Dr. Li Shushi explained.
Dr. Li Shushi said: "Do you know that if you can occasionally change your pace when walking, such as alternating fast walking and slow walking, this irregular pace change is actually very stimulating to the brain. It helps us keep our brains active and flexible, and in the long run, it's also good for slowing down brain aging. ”
Zhang Wei was really attracted now, he didn't expect that there would be such knowledge in walking. "Shouldn't I have changed my walk a little more?" he asked.
Dr. Li Shushi said: "That's right, especially for programmers like you, who sit for a long time, and really need proper exercise to adjust. Be careful, though. For example, people with bad knees should not walk briskly for long periods of time, but they can try slow walking or other low-impact exercises. ”
Zhang Wei asked, "So, what should I do if I feel leg pain while walking?" Dr. Li Shushi replied, "Leg pain can be caused by a variety of reasons, and according to your description, I would recommend doing a comprehensive physical examination first to understand the specific cause." ”
Dr. Li continued, "When walking, especially in a natural environment, can also significantly reduce stress levels and anxiety. ”
"Actually, it's also a process of mind-body interaction. For example, if you take a leisurely walk in the park, the tranquility and beauty of this environment can greatly enhance your mental healing power. ”
"However," says Dr. Lee, "a lot of people in society now ignore the importance of body posture when walking. Proper posture, such as keeping your back upright, can reduce physical pain caused by improper posture. For example, walking hunched over can cause back pain and neck pain over a long period of time. ”
Dr. Li Shushi said while simulating the wrong and correct walking posture to show Zhang Wei, and then said, "You see, walking in the correct posture can not only avoid unnecessary muscle tension and joint stress, but also help you use your physical strength more effectively, making walking a more comfortable and healthy activity." ”
Zhang Wei suddenly thought of a question of his own, "Then, if I always feel pain in the soles of my feet when I walk, what is going on?"
"Solar-of-foot pain can be related to the lack of support in your shoes or the uneven distribution of pressure on your feet when you walk. I advise you to opt for some specialized sneakers. At the same time, I also recommend doing a foot stress test to see if it is due to excessive pressure caused by improper walking posture. ”
Zhang Wei nodded, saying that he would follow Dr. Li Shushi's advice, and thanked Dr. Li Shushi for solving so many doubts about walking and health for him today.
He decided to start today and pay more attention to his walking posture and pace, trying to improve his daily habits in hopes of improving his quality of life.
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