Walk With Confidence – National Walking Month Tips for Managing Incontinence
May marks the start of National Walking Month, a time dedicated to promoting the many health benefits of walking. Walking is an excellent way to improve both your physical and mental well-being, and the best part? It’s simple, free, and accessible to all.
Why Choose Walking?
You might have considered joining a gym or taking up running, but for many, these options can be impractical due to time constraints, work-life balance, or the high cost of memberships and equipment. This is where walking comes in as the perfect alternative.
Many people underestimate the power of walking as a form of exercise, but the benefits are truly significant. According to Active Nation, “just 11 minutes of daily activity could prevent one in 10 premature deaths.” Even walking just half the recommended 150 minutes per week could “prevent one in 20 cases of cardiovascular disease and nearly one in 30 cases of cancer.”
Health Benefits of Walking
Walking is not only great for improving cardiovascular health but also offers a wide range of benefits, including:
- Balancing blood pressure
- Reducing risks of cardiovascular diseases
- Supporting bone health
- Aiding weight loss
- Improving digestion
- Boosting brain health by increasing blood flow, reducing stress hormones, and releasing endorphins
- Decreasing the risk of anxiety, depression, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease
The best part? Walking is free, and you can incorporate it into your daily routine in several ways:
- Walk your children or grandchildren to school
- Walk instead of driving to the local shops
- Take your dog for a walk
You can also join local walking groups. The Ramblers allow you to find nearby groups to make walking even more enjoyable and social. You can check for local groups here: Ramblers Walking Groups.
Managing Incontinence While Walking
We understand that one of the reasons some people avoid walking or other physical activities is due to incontinence. According to Incontinence UK Incontinence Statistics, “incontinence affects around 300 million people worldwide,” with roughly 10% of the population experiencing some form of leakage.
We know that the fear of leakage can increase anxiety and prevent you from enjoying the health benefits of walking. But remember, you are not alone.
How Novamed Can Help
At Novamed, we provide discreet, highly absorbent incontinence products that allow you to walk with confidence. You can participate fully in National Walking Month without the worry of leakage. Try our free sample pack to experience the comfort and security our products provide.
Planning to stock up for the month? We offer a range of incontinence product bundles: Bundle Packs. You can also take advantage of our Subscribe & Save service, which saves you 10% on every order: Subscribe and Save.
Bladder and bowel incontinence may be caused by conditions which can be treated medically. Please consult your physician for medical advice and guidance.
