According to the 2022 University of Michigan Poll on Healthy Aging, over 70% of people over 50 experience joint pain at least occasionally. Among those with symptoms, 49% said they experienced them every day. But there’s a simple solution that’s accessible to everyone: walking! This low-impact exercise offers a powerful way to manage joint pain, improve flexibility and boost your overall well-being. To learn more, we spoke to David Chesworth, Program Director and ACSM-Certified Personal Trainer at Hilton Head Health Wellness Resort & Spa, who shares the benefits of walking for joint pain and how to do it safely.