Is walking enough exercise to be healthy?

28 Aug 2026 · 1 min
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In this short video, Eric Roberts acknowledges that walking provides significant benefits for heart health, metabolism, blood sugar regulation, and mental well‑being. However, he argues that walking alone is insufficient as a sole exercise modality, especially after age 35, because individuals become increasingly prone to muscle and bone density loss. Roberts emphasizes that only heavy weight‑lifting can effectively counteract these declines. He recommends incorporating heavy resistance training 2–4 times per week, with sessions lasting 20–60 minutes, alongside regular walking to achieve a balanced, health‑supportive fitness routine.

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