Walking is one of the simplest, low-impact exercises that most people can do. It promotes physical health and bonding for the entire family, all while improving cardiovascular health, reducing the risk of chronic heart diseases and diabetes, and strengthening muscles and bones.
To burn maximum calories while walking, stay consistent, and aim for at least thirty minutes a day of brisk walking. Exploring nature or neighborhood parks and sidewalks can make walks enjoyable and educational for both adults and children.
Walking, eating, and shopping count for some type of physical activity. The Ave in West Reading lends itself to extensive physical activity as you can spend hours walking from one end to the other. Since you will be doing lots of walking you will be able to eat as well, there are plenty of local businesses offering foods such as pizzerias, Asian cuisine, Mexican, Italian, French, and American fast food. Taste of Crepes is authentic for that special sweet tooth, Simply Bold Cafe is great for its breakfast sandwiches and smoothies, and The Barley Mow is delicious for its variety of dinners for the entire family. And soon to join the Avenue is a Colombian Restaurant called Los Arrieros. Walking is accessible, and so low-cost that you can take a stroll on the Ave and enjoy whatever your heart desires, all while fostering a lifelong habit of physical activity and appreciation for local foods.
If you are watching your calories and want to go light on the eating there is still plenty to do on the Avenue, from purchasing crystals, trying on beautiful clothes at their several boutiques, getting pampered in one of their many hair salons and or barbershops, and much more. Enjoy the Ave whether it is eating, shopping, or sipping your coffee, boba tea, or even a nice cold craft brew, just make sure to walk it off, enjoy the Ave.
Maria Banks
Personal Trainer & Motivator
So Fit Club
200 N. Carroll St.
Reading, PA 19611
