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Savvy Senior: How to start a walking program and stay motivated

Dear Savvy Senior,

My doctor recently suggested I start a walking program to help get my weight and blood pressure under control, but I’ve never exercised much and am 66. Can you recommend some tips?

Hate to Exercise

Dear Hate,

You should follow your doctor’s orders. Years of research have shown that walking may be the single best exercise you can do to improve your health as you age. It burns cal...