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Walking
Aerobic exercise such as walking has the effect of eliminating obesity, reducing triglycerides in the blood, and improving blood pressure and blood sugar levels. Let's try to walk more in everyday life and prevent metabolic syndrome.
Last updated on April 4, 2023.
Correct walking form
Points when walking
■Let's walk with a 10-20% step width.
■Let's walk for more than 5 minutes
■Walk fast enough to feel "somewhat tight"
Points for safe walking
■Let's check your physical condition
(If you feel unwell, stop walking without overdoing it.)
■Let's hydrate
■Let's exercise organizing exercises such as stretching and ankle around before and after walking
How to choose clothes and shoes when walking
<Recommended clothes>
■Easy to move
■It has excellent sweating and moisture absorption.
<Recommended walking shoes>
■The heel is soft
■The arch of the foot is firmly supported
■There's plenty of room for shoes
Number of steps to help prevent disease
Yokohama Walking Point
You can enjoy health while having fun through walking. Points are awarded according to the number of steps taken, and gift certificates etc. are won by lottery according to the points.
Yokohama Walking Point Homepage (outside site)
Yokohama walking point application method (outside site)
Inquiries to this page
Izumi Ward Health and Welfare Center Health and Welfare Division Health Promotion Section (313 on the third floor)
Phone: 045-800-2445
Phone: 045-800-2445
Fax: 045-800-2516
E-Mail address [email protected]
Page ID: 822-045-804
