Benefits Of 8 Shaped Walking Or Infinity Walking

In my apartment play area, I recently saw people walking on something that looked like number 8. Out of curiosity, I decided to read and ask more about it, and I realized it is meant for something called 8 Walking or Infinity Shape Walking. It has lots to do with health benefits compared to regular walking, and I see more and more people are making use of this for their daily walking routine. Now let’s understand more about 8 shape walking and its health benefits in detail.

What Is 8 Shaped Walking Or Infinity Walking?

Ancient tradition of “8 Walking” or “Infinity Walking” has been established by Tamil Siddars, who provide an alternative method ( Yogis). Infinity walking is how the western world refers to it.

Health Benefits Of 8 Shaped Walking

Here we bring you some of the ultimate 8 walking benefits:

• 20 mins walking on 8 shaped structure is equivalent to 1 hour of regular walking
• Walking from the south to north direction helps our body get energized.
• Twist and Turn of number 8 give our external organs a physical exercise.
• The barefoot walk gives pressure on the foot that activates all our internal organs. This helps us get relief from certain diseases.
• Don’t talk; concentrate while walking in 8 shapes; this leads to proper breathing.
• Try to do breathing exercises. Concentrate on the way you inhale and exhale. This helps you to relax.
• It’s suitable for people with diabetes or 8 shape walking during pregnancy as it helps lower sugar levels in the blood.

How to Do 8 Shaped Walking Exercises

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• It’s similar to normal walking, except you’ll be walking in an 8-shaped pattern. The 8 shape has been created by combining two circles, each about 6 feet in diameter, in a “South-North” direction.

• You can make this 8 walking or infinity walk on an open area such as a garden, parking lot, terrace, balcony, etc.

• On an empty stomach, do this in the morning or evening. The hours of 5 to 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. will be ideal timings.

• Start walking clockwise from south to north for 15 minutes. Then anticlockwise for 15 minutes. A daily routine of 30 minutes is sufficient, but you can expand the time if you choose.

• It’s best to walk barefoot (without shoes) and focus on the 8 shape while doing so. While walking, you can practise breathing or chant the OM Mantra. While walking, you can also use Yoga mudra (like Prana Mudra).

So must practice 8 walking or infinity walking, enjoy good health, and try daily to stay healthy and fit.

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