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Does regular walking improve lipid levels in adults?
Kayla Hatchell1, Emily Chin1, Brian Vukelic1
1University of Utah, Salt Lake City.
The Journal of Family Practice
|February 7, 2023
Summary
Regular moderate-intensity walking can minimally decrease total cholesterol and LDL levels in women with overweight or obesity. For adults aged 40-65, walking
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Health
- Exercise Physiology
- Metabolic Health
Background:
- Obesity and overweight are associated with dyslipidemia, increasing cardiovascular risk.
- Lifestyle interventions, including physical activity, are crucial for managing lipid profiles.
- Evidence on the specific impact of walking on cholesterol levels requires synthesis.
Approach:
- Systematic review and meta-analysis of disease-oriented evidence.
- Inclusion of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) in adults aged 40-65.
- Focus on moderate-intensity walking interventions of at least 4 weeks duration.
Key Points:
- Regular moderate-intensity walking (≥4 weeks) minimally decreased total cholesterol (TC) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) by ~7 mg/dL in women with overweight/obesity (SOR: C).
- For adults aged 40-65, walking (≥3 months) showed inconsistent effects on cholesterol and triglyceride levels (SOR: C).
Conclusions:
- Moderate-intensity walking offers a modest benefit for improving lipid profiles in specific populations.
- Further research may be needed to clarify optimal walking protocols for diverse adult groups.
- Walking represents an accessible lifestyle modification for cardiovascular risk reduction.
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