Yes, Walking Counts as Exercise. A Personal Trainer Shares the Biggest Benefits

Our wellness advice is expert-vetted. Our top picks are based on our editors’ independent research, analysis, and hands-on testing. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement The "hot girl walk" trend may be fun, but does walking really count as exercise? We get a personal trainer's take. With the warmer weather returning, now is the perfect time to take a stroll around your neighborhood block or your local park. And if you need more inspiration, you can get in on a trend like the "hot girl walk" or "mental health walk."