--- title: USFHP Blog- Family Matters | exercise description: exercise | Blog page that focuses on topics designed for our members --- [![](https://usfhp2.knockmedia.dev/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/logo-1.png)](https://blog.usfhp.net/) - [About Us](https://usfhp.net/about/) - [Events & Webinars](https://usfhp.net/events-and-webinars/) - [Contact Us](https://usfhp.net/contact/) [Members](https://member.usfhp.net/) [Providers](https://provider.usfhp.net/) - [Members](https://usfhp.net/members/) - [For Members](https://usfhp.net/members/) - [Members Login](https://member.usfhp.net/) - [Care Management Program](https://usfhp.net/care-management-program/) - [Health Centers](https://usfhp.net/health-centers/) - [Member FAQs](https://usfhp.net/member-faqs/) - [Providers](https://usfhp.net/providers/) - [For Providers](https://usfhp.net/for-providers/) - [Providers Login](https://provider.usfhp.net/) - [Become a Member](https://usfhp.net/eligibility/) - [Eligibility](https://usfhp.net/eligibility/) - [Health Benefit Consultants](https://usfhp.net/health-benefit-consultants) - [Plan Benefits](https://usfhp.net/plan-benefits/) - [Tricare Prime Coverage](https://usfhp.net/tricare-prime-coverage/) - [Enrollment](https://usfhp.net/enrollment/) - [Members](https://usfhp.net/members/) - [For Members](https://usfhp.net/members/) - [Members Login](https://member.usfhp.net/) - [Plan Benefits](https://usfhp.net/plan-benefits/) - [Care Management Program](https://usfhp.net/care-management-program/) - [Health Centers](https://usfhp.net/health-centers/) - [Providers](https://usfhp.net/providers/) - [For Providers](https://usfhp.net/for-providers/) - [Providers Login](https://provider.usfhp.net/) - [Webinars](https://usfhp.net/webinars/) - [Contact](https://usfhp.net/contact/) - [Enrollment](https://usfhp.net/enrollment/) - [About](https://usfhp.net/about/) - [Provider Login](https://provider.usfhp.net/) - [Member Login](https://member.usfhp.net/) ### Contact - - - # Weekly Health Tips ## [Keep it Moving: The Health Benefits of a Daily Walk](https://blog.usfhp.net/keep-it-moving-the-health-benefits-of-a-daily-walk) Posted by [USFHP](https://blog.usfhp.net/author/usfhp) on Jul 1, 2026, 1:45:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.usfhp.net/hubfs/undefined-Jun-29-2026-06-32-12-3008-PM.png)](https://blog.usfhp.net/keep-it-moving-the-health-benefits-of-a-daily-walk) [Image Credit: Canva.com](https://www.canva.com/) Some of the best things you can do for your health are also some of the simplest. Walking is one of them. **Why Walking Matters** Walking is a form of moderate physical activity. According to the [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)](https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/guidelines/adults.html), adults benefit from at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week. And, a brisk walk counts toward that goal. That may sound like a lot at first, but it breaks down to about 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week. You can also split it into [smaller walks](https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/5-tips-for-walking-your-way-to-better-health) throughout the day. **Walking supports Heart Health** Regular walking may help [lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol levels, and support healthy circulation](https://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2019/18_0690.htm). According to [Mayo Clinic](https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/in-depth/walking/art-20046261), walking regularly may help lower the risk of [heart disease and stroke](https://sportsmedicine.mayoclinic.org/news/walking-trim-your-waistline-improve-your-health/). **Walking Can Help Your Mood** Spending time moving outdoors or stepping away from daily stress may help people feel calmer and more settled. According to [WebMD](https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/mental-benefits-of-walking), walking may help increase [brain chemicals linked to positive mood and emotional balance](https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/mental-benefits-of-walking). Regular walking may also help [support memory and cognitive health](https://www.cdc.gov/physical-activity-basics/health-benefits/adults.html) as people age. **Stronger Bones and Better Balance** Research supported by the [National Institutes of Health (NIH)](https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/number-steps-day-more-important-step-intensity) found that people who walked more steps each day had a [lower risk of health complications](https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/number-steps-day-more-important-step-intensity) over time. **Better Sleep and Daily Energy** Many people notice they [sleep better when they move more](https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/health-benefits-morning-walk) during the day. Morning or daytime walks may help support the body’s natural sleep-wake cycle. Walking outside may also provide [natural sunlight exposure](https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/health-benefits-morning-walk), which can help support steady energy and better rest at night. **Simple ways to Start Walking More** Starting small is completely okay. Consistency matters more than intensity. - [Start with a 10-minute walk around the block](https://www.nih.org/nihd-news/2026/march/why-walking-is-one-of-the-best-exercises-for-you/) - Walk after meals - Park farther away from the entrance. - Listen to music or a favorite podcast - Invite a friend or family member to join you - Take short movement breaks during the workday - Walk at the same time each day to help build a routine [Read More](https://blog.usfhp.net/keep-it-moving-the-health-benefits-of-a-daily-walk) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.usfhp.net/keep-it-moving-the-health-benefits-of-a-daily-walk#comments-listing) Topics: [walking](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/walking), [exercise](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/exercise) ## [Every Step Matters for Your Physical Health](https://blog.usfhp.net/every-step-matters-for-your-physical-health) Posted by [USFHP](https://blog.usfhp.net/author/usfhp) on Aug 12, 2025, 11:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXfvjE6lOi2hsEiR45zJoO3l89GE1nfQJDgiFcxLFcjKDHXlbI2dNarKFcsu5267e6dtFmwzMI6WCMD3LpHvsha1NlpcShPryDxxvq0oeirr8PMwExAf_Yeew05OgVGRAWyhy0Nw?key=eUNs2MfZRiAEZQsNLahVDg)](https://blog.usfhp.net/every-step-matters-for-your-physical-health) [Read More](https://blog.usfhp.net/every-step-matters-for-your-physical-health) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.usfhp.net/every-step-matters-for-your-physical-health#comments-listing) Topics: [working out](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/working-out), [exercise](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/exercise) ## [What is Tai Chi?](https://blog.usfhp.net/what-is-tai-chi) Posted by [USFHP](https://blog.usfhp.net/author/usfhp) on Apr 12, 2023, 12:45:00 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/xP3qmMuQHzPZBYC2IRomaHJJJHO0JnxlCmPK6pxzOq8mtEfV--Py24iFc7s7ODjrwB4FFsY6o1B4l0NZgI1i130CZnRdV5wocXM-KjFiooVZT3WV4yh07fpCsNThGjEGjO6CZZ18lun3c6RDHJ-bClU)](https://blog.usfhp.net/what-is-tai-chi) [Read More](https://blog.usfhp.net/what-is-tai-chi) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.usfhp.net/what-is-tai-chi#comments-listing) Topics: [exercise](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/exercise), [tai chi](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/tai-chi), [martial arts](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/martial-arts) ## [The Year of Setting SMART Health Resolutions](https://blog.usfhp.net/the-year-of-setting-smart-health-resolutions) Posted by [USFHP](https://blog.usfhp.net/author/usfhp) on Jan 20, 2022, 12:18:22 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/sOAqiD7rwvZJn-EK_Gf2Qm9IfuJOEpT_LkigdIiDllOPV6l6JD1nBv3pwCAKVluGK-3OAIMVg92y-HXzYJNWzn7Tj5EiMXvFhsJnAFxPQowsPKBYTPQ_CNTB_uTWk74u7Gdv6n7S)](https://blog.usfhp.net/the-year-of-setting-smart-health-resolutions) [Read More](https://blog.usfhp.net/the-year-of-setting-smart-health-resolutions) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.usfhp.net/the-year-of-setting-smart-health-resolutions#comments-listing) Topics: [well-being](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/well-being), [Health](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/health), [exercise](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/exercise), [Good Eating Habits](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/good-eating-habits), [new year](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/new-year) ## [Mental Wellness: Staying Above the Fray in the Age of the Pandemic and beyond](https://blog.usfhp.net/mental-wellness-staying-above-the-fray-in-the-age-of-the-pandemic) Posted by [USFHP](https://blog.usfhp.net/author/usfhp) on May 29, 2021, 4:06:54 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.usfhp.net/hubfs/USFHP%20W21.png)](https://blog.usfhp.net/mental-wellness-staying-above-the-fray-in-the-age-of-the-pandemic) Let’s talk about the **elephant in the room**. The COVID-19 pandemic has hit us all...and it hit us all hard. From the [massive loss of life](https://covid19.who.int/) to the toll on the global economy, this pandemic will have long-term effects on society, some of which have yet to even be discovered. One notable effect is the impact on our **mental health.**  [Read More](https://blog.usfhp.net/mental-wellness-staying-above-the-fray-in-the-age-of-the-pandemic) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.usfhp.net/mental-wellness-staying-above-the-fray-in-the-age-of-the-pandemic#comments-listing) Topics: [mental health](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/mental-health), [exercise](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/exercise) [All posts](https://blog.usfhp.net/all) [Next](https://blog.usfhp.net/topic/exercise/page/2) [![](http://usfhp2.test/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Group-1774.png)](https://blog.usfhp.net/) To provide the highest quality health care for uniformed services family members, retirees, and their family members. - - - [Contact Us](https://blog.usfhp.net/) [Member's Portal](https://blog.usfhp.net/) Provider Quick Links - About - Resources - FAQs - Videos [Provider's Portal](https://blog.usfhp.net/) Member Quick Links - [Enroll](http://usfhp2.test/enrollment/) - Benefits - Locations - Webinars --- TRICARE is a registered trademark of the Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency. ©2022 All rights reserved. website by [knockmedia](https://knockmedia.com)