In Praise of Walking: The new science of how we walk and why it's good for us

Neuroscientist Shane O Mara's book "The Secret of Walking" explores the benefits of walking upright on two feet, which define us as a species and enable us to spread as far as Alaska and Australia. He urges us to appreciate and exercise our miraculous ability.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 224 pages
\n Publication date: 23 July 2020
\n Publisher: Vintage Publishing
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Walking upright on two feet is a remarkable feat that sets humans apart as a species. It has allowed us to transcend geographical boundaries, spreading from Africa to Alaska and Australia. This ability has liberated our hands and freed our minds, enabling us to move effortlessly. However, many of us take this fundamental skill for granted, unaware of its profound benefits or the intricate mechanisms that enable us to walk. In this captivating hymn to walking, neuroscientist Shane O Mara invites us to marvel at the extraordinary advantages it confers on our bodies and minds. He urges us to appreciate this miraculous ability and actively engage in walking, recognizing its potential to enhance our physical and mental well-being. This book is not only a celebration of walking but also a call to action, inspiring us to take a stroll and experience the joy and benefits that come with it. Whether you are a seasoned walker or a novice, this book will leave you itching to go out and explore the world on foot.

Walking upright on two feet is a remarkable feat that sets humans apart as a species. It has allowed us to transcend geographical boundaries, spreading from Africa to Alaska and Australia. This ability has liberated our hands and freed our minds, enabling us to move effortlessly. However, many of us take this fundamental skill for granted, unaware of its profound benefits or the intricate mechanisms that enable us to walk. In this captivating hymn to walking, neuroscientist Shane O Mara invites us to marvel at the extraordinary advantages it confers on our bodies and minds. He urges us to appreciate this miraculous ability and actively engage in walking, recognizing its potential to enhance our physical and mental well-being. This book is not only a celebration of walking but also a call to action, inspiring us to take a stroll and experience the joy and benefits that come with it. Whether you are a seasoned walker or a novice, this book will leave you itching to go out and explore the world on foot.

\n Weight: 162g\n
Dimension: 128 x 196 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781784707576\n \n