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The Surprising Truth About Dog Walking and Your Health

The Surprising Truth About Dog Walking and Your Health
We all know that pets can contribute tremendously to our happiness for a number of reasons. Not only to they bring joy into our lives, but by making sure they get enough activity, we also meet our own needs for movement. But is it enough? If you walk your dog for 30 minutes a day you may think you’re getting enough exercise. But it all depends on the intensity of that walk. The truth is you need 30-minutes of moderate intensity exercise at least 5 days a week. To know if your dog walking is sufficient exercise for you and your pup, try using a heart rate monitor to see how vigorous your walk really is. Aim for between 50% and 70% of your target heart rate. To learn how to calculate your personal heart rate zones and find your target heart rate, read this article. Learn more about exercising at the right intensity. The difference between a lazy stroll and a brisk stride could mean everything to your health. Read more details on heart health and exercise below or download the infographic. exercise-30-minutes-day Thanks to our source, Cleveland Clinic: http://health.clevelandclinic.org/2014/02/exercise-can-you-find-30-minutes-infographic/