A study published in Lancet found that people with back pain who walk at least three times a week experience less pain than those who do not. In fact, researchers discovered that walking cuts the risk of pain recurrence in half. “We don’t know exactly why walking is so good for preventing back pain,” senior study author Mark Hancock said. “The important thing to remember is to start with short walks, then gradually increase the distance and intensity as your fitness increases.” The study tracked 701 adults for three years, most of whom were women in their 50s. (AOL)

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