The simplest exercise available is placing one foot in front of the other and walking. Because this is something we do every day, it is often overlooked as a valuable tool for weight loss. A 140-pound person walking at a moderate pace for 20 minutes will burn approximately 92 calories while increasing heart rate, thus […]
You may think that carrying weights when you walk increases your calorie burn. But doing so increases your risk for injury. Think twice about holding weights when you walk—in many cases, you will burn more by just walking farther or faster. Even though it’s common to see people carrying weights as they walk, many experts […]
As the outside temperatures drop, people contemplating undertaking an exercise program often consider walking at the mall. Benefits include a controlled climate, an absence of traffic, security and easily available restrooms and water. However, starting a new walking program can sometimes bring on shin splints, pain at the front of the lower leg. As the outside […]
Bad leg circulation can make walking seem like a dreaded task, rather than a simple mode of transportation. For the millions of people who suffer from peripheral arterial disease (PAD), walking even short distances can be painful. Since this type of pain goes away when you are at rest, it can be tempting to avoid […]
When running, we typically hit the ground flat-footed, whereas when we walk, our foot hits heel first and then rolls onto the toe. Therefore, the walking shoe is different from the running shoe. Walking shoes are often lighter in weight, with more stability in the heel, a flexible sole and more bend in the toe […]
Walking is a gentle, low-impact exercise accessible to just about everyone. It is safe, simple and does not require practice, and evidence has shown that walking can be crucial to maintain senior physical and mental health. A recent article published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found that people who can walk faster […]