The “run/walk” method is an excellent form of cardio to help you lose weight and build endurance.

Walk at a pace that is easy to maintain and allows you to recover.

Then, when you feel ready, start running again."

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How can the run/walk method help you lose weight?

You’ll burn more calories by lengthening your workout duration and increasing the intensity.

Running, in general, can burn more calories than walking.

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See where we’re going with this?

“[The run/walk method] helps you gradually get used to running for longer durations.

It sets you up so that your future workouts will be more productive, too,” explains Angelino.

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If you have a treadmill, you could even keep up with it indoors whenever inclement weather occurs.

Consider aiming for a greater distance or running speed.

Each time you head out for a run/walk, make a run at go a bit further and faster.

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Don’t be afraid to “push the boundaries.”

10 Ways To Maximize Your Walking Workout for Faster Weight Loss

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Opt for walking over a slow jog.

Be all-in for whichever form of cardio you perform during the workout.

Your goal here is to work up to a full run to get the most benefit from each workout.

Look at your walking intervals as recovery time.

Challenge yourself, but know it’s possible for you to tweak along the way.