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Satisfaction

II.

Fortunately, there is a simple, effective exercise that we can all do.

This exercise is walking.

Walking for 20 minutes at a moderate pace 3 - 4 times a week is good for our

physical and mental health. (factual example - Ullman 9)

Walking is an inexpensive form of exercise that requires no training.

Regular walking can reduce our risk for heart disease.

A 1994 article in Prevention reported that walking can curtail our risk for heart

disease. (factual example - Ullman 9)

Walking enhances an enzyme that removes triglycerides (blood fats) from our

bloodstream. (factual example - Ullman 10)

Visualization

III.

We can visualize the benefits of walking by contrasting the lifestyle choices we have.

We can take shortcuts in life and cut our life short.

Find the closest parking space in the parking lot.

Drive to the convenient store that is just around the corner from your house.

Catch the bus to take you to a building across campus.

Telephone the friend in your neighborhood to chat.

Or we can choose to lessen our risk for heart disease and improve our mental health by

making an effort to walk.

"Walking will enable you to stumble onto natural little wonders that otherwise go

unnoticed." (factual example - Ullman 10)

John P. Wiley comments on the benefits of walking by stating, "Being on your own

two feet is restful. No one is climbing on your back, leaning on a horn, . . . and if

something catches your eye, you can stop without being rear ended." (peer

testimony - Wiley 24)

Conclusion

In closing, I urge you to start walking more. A simple, easy activity. Park at the back of parking lots and

walk. Walk, don't drive, to your local convenient store. Walk past the bus stop and let your two feet carry

you across campus. Take 20 minutes and enjoy a walk around your neighborhood. Hide the T.V. remote

control, move off the couch, and walk -- for your heart's sake.

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