BlackDoctor.org) -- There are so many health advantages to simply taking a walk. It can help to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and improve the efficiency of both the heart and lungs. Walking also helps to combat anxiety and depression, and recent research suggests that as little as 8 miles a week can help to stave off Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, walking is a great exercise to do to lose weight fast!
Following are 8 ways to boost your calorie-burn big time—without much extra effort:
Skip killer hills Don’t assume the biggest inclines are the best for burning fat. It’s actually better to maintain your speed on a moderate hill than to slow down substantially on a steeper one.
Use your arms Vigorously pumping your bent arms helps you go faster—and burn more calories.
Set goals you can see Choose markers (stop sign, park bench, etc.) and speed up until you reach them. Slow down for the same distance.
Wipe the pavement Roll through from heel to toe. When you get to the ball of your foot, push off as if wiping gum off your sole. This will get your calf, hamstring, and glute muscles involved—and the more muscle you use, the more calories you burn.
Go shoe shopping To get the most power from your push-off, opt for a shoe with minimum cushioning and maximum flexibility in the front of the shoe.
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Best exercise there is! I enjoy walking.
Tuesday, April 26th 2011 at 3:39PM
MIISRAEL Bride
Me, too Miisrael. I think that now that I'm not as young as like I used to be, walking is better on my joints than the strenous exercise I did as a youngster. So how is your health routine coming along? I've forgot to check in with you. Mine is going pretty well. Although I'm not trying to lose wgt, people at work have commented that I'm looking slimmer in my face so I guess so. I've not been on the scale and don't plan to.
Tuesday, April 26th 2011 at 3:56PM
Jen Fad
Need to do more walking...having to make a schedule adjustment to make more time to walk...My sister just left from out of town all I did last week was EAT!!! I'm getting back focused. Glad you're on the one. I needed that encouragement.
Wednesday, April 27th 2011 at 9:08AM
MIISRAEL Bride
