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Walkingis one of the simplest, most accessible, and effective ways to lose weight and tone your body.

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The key to a successfulwalkingroutine lies in structure and consistency.

Below is a structured 4-week walking plan designed to maximize fat burning and improve your fitness.

Each week builds on the previous one, introducing new challenges to keep your body progressing.

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This helps elevate your heart rate and boosts calorie burn.

Week 3: Add Variety

Variety keeps your walking routine engaging and prevents plateaus.

This week introduces more intense intervals and incorporates light resistance for toning your arms and core.

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Week 4: Maximize Fat Burning

By Week 4, your endurance and strength have improved.

This final week focuses on maximizing fat burn with longer walks and high-intensity intervals.

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