If you’re thinking about establishing adaily walking habit, you’re on the right track.
To help you get started, we have 10 expertwalking tipsfor beginners to lose more weight.
Lacing up your sneakers and heading out on a walk is always a good idea.
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But you do have the option of doing a quick walking workout."
Additionally, walking makes your fitness routine all-around more sustainable.
Choose a manageable amount of weekly walking sessions.
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see to it your weekly walking goal is easy to maintain.
This will vary depending on the week and how motivated you feel.
“attempt to set your expectations based on what you might do on a bad week.
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This helps you stick to exercise longer, which means more overall fat loss.”
Be mindful of your energy level, and adjust your walking pace accordingly.
“You aren’t forced to commit to a specific walking speed during your workouts.
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“Most people pick one pace and stick to it, regardless of how they’re feeling.
Wear a weighted backpack or rucksack.
Ruckingis all the rage right nowand for good reason.
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“Wear a rucksack or weighted backpack for more calorie burning,” Angelino encourages.
Normally, this is limited to the weight of your body itself.
How To Do Interval Walking for Weight Loss
Slowly adjust your walking workouts as you progress.
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It’s no secret that regular exercise helps you get in better shape.
This helps you get the biggest bang for your buck in the long term.
Choose a steep or hilly route.
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When you feel comfortable doing so, incorporate inclines and hills whenever possible.
You’ll torch more calories going uphill compared to a flat surface.
“This also comes with a second hidden benefit.
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It helps your muscles improve their endurance and get a bit stronger.”
Don’t forget about pre-workout nutrition.
Having a pre-workout nutrition regimen on deck is the name of the game.
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Is Walking Every Day Enough Exercise to Stay Fit?
Add “mini walks” to your week.
“Exercise doesn’t have to be limited to a structured workout,” Angelino tells us.
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This only adds to the effects your structured walking workouts have on weight loss.
Consider parking your car farther from store entrances or taking the stairs more often.”
Multitask while walking.
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A common excuse for not exercising enough is feeling like you don’t have the time to do so.
Address this by killing two birds with one stone.
“Multitasking can help you justify longer walking sessions, [directly leading] to more fat loss.”
Choose outdoor walks over the treadmill.
Whenever you’re free to, head outdoors for your walks rather than the treadmill.
Plus, [treadmills] are pretty convenient to use, even when the weather isn’t too great.
But, you will generally burn a bit more calories when walking without one.”
