Let’s be honestwalking tends to get a bad rap.

You turn a simple stroll into afat-burning, leg-strengthening challenge by tweaking your speed andadding incline intervals.

Best of all, it’s low-impact, joint-friendly, and requires zero fancy equipment.

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Incline intervalwalkingis one of the most efficient ways to burn 500 calories fast.

Lace up your sneakers and get ready to sweat!

All you need is a treadmill or a hilly outdoor route.

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This 45-minute routine uses incline intervals to maximize calorie burn and help you reach your 500-calorie goal fast.

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Incline interval walking adds intensity, making it a fast and effective way to burn 500 calories.

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