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Doctor Zulia Frost says ‘micro-walks’ can help sedentary people

From Clarín · () Spanish

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  • Doctor Zulia Frost recommends five- to 10-minute “micro-walks” as an accessible way for sedentary people to add movement to their day.
  • She says short walks can support circulation, reduce stiffness, improve glucose processing after meals and benefit mental wellbeing.
  • The approach should complement, not replace, more structured cardiovascular exercise, while frequency remains important.

Five- to 10-minute walks could offer sedentary people a simple way to bring movement back into their daily routines, according to doctor Zulia Frost, a specialist in neurostimulation, rehabilitation and metabolism.

Frost says these “micro-walks” can fit into work breaks, short trips or the period after a meal. They can take place at home, in an office or in a nearby park. She says they may improve circulation, prevent muscle stiffness and keep metabolism active.

Walking after meals may also help the body process glucose and improve blood-sugar control, Frost said. Breaking up long periods of sitting can support cognitive function, reduce stress and improve concentration. Other reported benefits include less fatigue and a better mood, linked to the release of endorphins during long working days.

They are especially effective for sedentary people, since they offer an accessible way to reintroduce movement.

· Zulia FrostFrost explained why she recommends short walks for people who spend much of the day inactive.

Frequency is central to the method. Specialists cited by El Confidencial recommend taking a short walk every hour during the working or academic day. People can connect the walks to everyday habits, such as taking one after lunch, getting off public transport earlier or using breaks to walk nearby.

Frost presents the practice as a starting point for gradually moving more, adding minutes and increasing intensity. It is not intended to replace structured cardiovascular activities such as running, cycling or aerobic walking. The article also cites World Health Organization guidance of 150 to 300 minutes of moderate aerobic activity per week, or 75 to 150 minutes at an intense pace.

They are designed to fit into small spaces of time and can be done at home, in the office or in a nearby park.

· Zulia FrostShe described how people can incorporate micro-walks into daily routines.
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