Those things at the end of your legs are meant for walking

From a mental health perspective, regular brisk walking for at least 30 minutes most days of the week has been shown to lead to fewer symptoms of depression and anxiety, and add to a greater feeling of overall wellbeing. — dpa

AS I write this, I had just finished a long walk around my favourite park when I caught myself thinking, “I should do this more – why don’t I?”

I recently had the chance to interview someone who could be described as a powerhouse when it comes to walking and, given his notable medical background, I was keen to get his views on why I – and everyone who’s able – should consider walking more than we do.