India, Nov. 9 -- Morning walks have long been a favourite way to stay healthy for many Indians. While it can support physical and mental well-being, pulmonologist Dr Tarang Kulkarni, consultant at Jupiter Hospital, Thane, believes that pollution levels may change how safe outdoor exercise is.

"Checking AQI and making informed choices about timing, routes and intensity can help people stay active while reducing exposure," he shared with HT Lifestyle. "Stepping outdoors early in the morning does not automatically mean breathing cleaner air. Air quality can vary throughout the day."

Dr Kulkarni noted that he was not making a case for people to abandon their morning walks. Rather, he listed eight points to keep in mind before going out in t...