If you’re anything like us, your habits are ruled by time. 7am, time to brush your teeth; 9am, sticking the kettle on; 1pm, lunch; 3pm, a cup of herbal tea or a last-ditch coffee; 6pm, gym time; 11pm, teeth – again.

While some things are time-dependent, however, walking is one activity that’s good for you whenever and however you do it. Whether you choose to go for a long stroll in the morning, plug in your fold-out treadmill while you’re on mute in afternoon meetings or prefer to bookend your day with an evening constitutional, walking can increase your lifespan, boost your mood and improve your bone health.

But if we’re interested in really getting the most out of our walks, is there a ‘best’ time to get those steps in?

What’s the best time of day to walk? All the benefits of having a dawn, lunchtime or dusk stroll