India, Nov. 22 -- Love to walk? Whether you prefer a power walk or a leisurely stroll, if you head outdoors for a quick walk amid this pollution, you may want to pay closer attention to the timing of your walking sessions. Usually, this walking schedule would depend on your convenience, when you have time to rack up your step count. For some, that means early in the morning before work, while others may choose late evening timings if their mornings are jam-packed.

Whatever it is, you walk whenever you can fit it into your daily schedule. But that flexibility cannot be applied during the pollution season. At certain times, the pollutants in the air rise, making it very unhealthy for you to be walking outdoors.

HT Lifestyle spoke to Dr (P...