WALKING TO WELLNESS: DR. SHRINIWAS KASHALIKAR

Mahatma Gandhi used to walk regularly every day; just as he practiced NAMASMARAN i.e. remembered RAMA NAMA; continuously and wrote a book highlighting its paramount importance in life.

1. Possible advantages of walking and/or climbing

2. Sweating secretion containing sodium chloride acts as mild antiseptic

3. Cleansing of skin

4. Prevention of skin infections

5. Mild cardiovascular activation

6. Activation and strengthening of respiratory system assisting in removal of mucus or expectoration

7. Toning up of digestive system

8. Freedom from gases and constipation

9. Relief from joint pains and arthritis

10. Relief from back ache

11. Reflexology treatment benefits due to stimulation of soles

12. Supply of vitamin D through sunlight

13. Saving of electricity and fuel


14. Avoidance of gossip & backbiting

15. Prevention of infection in lift-elevator

16. Effective management of hypokinetic (sedentary habits) stress

17. Increasing confidence in one’s physical capacity and endurance; and sense of well being

18. Maun (silence)

19. Practice of namasmaran which helps overcoming pettiness and blossom holistically