Keeping your back straight, looking forward, swinging your arms rhythmically, and adjusting your pace can help you walk faster, improve exercise effectiveness, and maintain proper posture.

Walking while looking at your phone, skipping warm-ups, or pushing through joint pain can increase discomfort and negatively impact your joints.

Walking is a simple exercise, beneficial for cardiovascular health and bones, but errors in posture, exercise habits, or choosing unsuitable footwear can silently cause knee joint damage.

Regular walking boosts physical activity, supports cardiovascular health, and helps manage weight, but it may not fully address muscle strength, bone density, and overall mobility.

Proper walking does not wear down knee joints; instead, it helps reduce pain, nourish cartilage, and improve mobility for individuals with osteoarthritis.

I walk 30 minutes every day, but my back still hurts, my knees are tired, and my legs feel heavy. Is it due to incorrect exercise? (Hoa, 46, Hanoi)

Tens of thousands across the country are set to join the “Together Vietnam Advances” walking campaign in 2026, with the goal of establishing a Guinness record.