When you only have 15 minutes to spare, one of the best things you can do for your health is to go for a walk. Time spent outdoors is great for your mental and physical health, and if you want to challenge yourself, there’s a simple way to make it into a walking workout—just add structure.

Denise Chakoian, a fitness trainer and the owner of CORE , rates walking workouts for the cardiovascular benefits while being gentle on your joints.

“For many people, especially beginners or those returning after injury, walking provides a safe way to build endurance without the strain that running or high-intensity workouts can bring,” she says. You may like

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