A realistic fitness target: Walking a mile a day


Once you’ve walked on a flat terrain for a while, up the intensity by adding in a few steps, or even carrying a backpack for extra weight. — dpa

An apple a day may not keep the doctor away – although it’s a healthy habit – but walking a mile (1.6km) a day may reduce your visits to the clinic.

And save you some precious ringgit.

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