For years walking has been a universally recommended exercise for seniors and those who just can't do more strenuous exercise. When I had my cardiac arrest back in 2008, the cardiologist recommended walking. Now, I'm not a power walker. I can't do miles at a time. And my idea of walking is more of a mosey, not a sprint. But just moving has been more than beneficial for my heart and my overall health.
One of the great things about walking is that it can be done almost anywhere. No need for a gym membership. No need for fancy workout gear either. Just comfortable clothes and any old pair of sneakers will do.
When the weather is warm enough first thing in the morning, I walk at the local mall before the stores open. Climate controlled, level surfaces and no crowds. Used to be my fellow walkers were all old bags and geezers like myself, but I notice now a number of younger people also mall walk. Many do their walking before they go to work. There are two young mothers who push their little ones in strollers. There is also a fellow in a non-motorized wheelchair. Pushing himself around the mall is good exercise for his upper body.
But no one has to walk in a mall. Walking in your own neighborhood is fine. if you have a nature trail you can use that. The parking lot at work. Wherever it's safe. There are ways to get a little walking in without dedicating a whole lot of time to it. For example, when you go out to eat, instead of parking close to the front door, find a spot further away and walk. If you are able to do stairs and they are available, use them instead of riding an elevator. I have a doctor whose office is close to one elevator, but when I come into the office building, I take another elevator to a different part of the same floor that is further away and walk to his office. Little ways to sneak in exercise during the day.
Exercise is one of the items recommended to help us ward off or lessen the effects of the coronavirus, So if you can walk even a little, do it.