In Praise of Walking
By Shane O'Mara
Categories: Science & Math
In Praise of Walking (2019) by neuroscientist Shane O'Mara explores the science of walking and its benefits for the body and mind. O'Mara explains how humans evolved to walk upright and how walking engages the brain and senses. Drawing on research, he shows how regular walking supports physical health, mood, creativity and thinking, and argues for designing cities and daily life to encourage it.