Walking And Weight Loss: The Facts [article from Articleranks]

Walking And Weight Loss: The Facts

When it comes to walking and weight loss, you might be surprised at some facts. It seems obvious that running would burn more calories than walking, right? And of course, walking fast should burn more fat than regular walking. If one looks at it strictly in terms of time it is true. 10 minutes spent running burn more calories than the same amount of time spent walking.

But, if one considers distance, the numbers are virtually the same. Walking for one mile and running for one mile will burn approximately the same number of calories. One only moves a little more in running, but the amount of calories used is about the same. The discrepancy is not high at all.

So, if you are getting started in a program to get fit, there is no reason for you to run rather than walk. Walking a longer distance is what will make a difference. Using a pedometer allows you to see what distance you can cover in thirty minutes of pleasant walking. Then as you become more fit you will see that you can walk further in the same amount of time.

As time goes, you might prefer running to walking, since it can accomplish the same in a shorter period of time. A good way to begin is to introduce short bursts of running into your daily walk. You could run for 1 minute and walk for 7. In time, you can increase the running and decrease the walking.

Some people like to wear a heart monitor when they run. A heart monitor can also come in handy when one walks and diets. You can keep track of your heart rate and in many cases set an ideal heart rate zone. You will know if your heart rate goes too high or too low. Some other types also let you know when you need to switch to a different type of exercise.

If you are walking to lose weight, you should do that as often as possible. At least three times a week is recommended for any fitness training, and more often is better. Liking what you do will increase your chances of sticking with it. Walking outside is more comfortable than a treadmill.

Walking can be excellent exercise for anybody who has the use of their legs. Even if you are extremely unfit, you can probably stand and move slowly around the house for a half hour. Of course, check with your doctor first, but using a pedometer you will almost certainly find that if you spend a half hour walking every day, your distance will increase. Your extra calories can melt on their own. In this way, you can start to be successful with walking and weight loss.

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