Regular, brisk exercise of any kind can improve confidence, stamina,
energy, weight control and life expectancy and reduces stress. It can also
decrease the risk of coronary heart disease, strokes, diabetes, high blood
pressure, bowel cancer and osteoporosis. Scientific studies have also
shown that Walking and Hiking, besides its physical
benefits, is also beneficial for the mind, improving memory skills,
learning ability, concentration and abstract reasoning, as well as
improving spirits.