Health experts share how daily walking can help you fight painful disease

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The first Wednesday in April is known as National Walking Day, a day the American Heart Association (AHA) uses to spread awareness of the benefits daily walking can have on your health. This year, however, health experts also want to warn you of a condition called peripheral artery disease, more commonly known as PAD. Doctor Antonio Gutierrez, a volunteer expert with the AHA, explained PAD occurs when you get blockages in your legs. “People who have PAD, if they do experience symptoms, they will also get pain, burning and cramping in their calves and thighs when they…