A health expert proposes a different walking strategy, suggesting it has greater benefits for your well-being compared to the traditional 10,000 steps daily goal.
Walking isn't just a leisurely activity anymore. With the WalkActive method, it's transformed into a powerful exercise for improving fitness, posture, and overall health.
The WalkActive method, a specialized walking technique, focuses on optimal step-taking for better posture, walking efficiency, muscle strength, and joint health. This approach aims to reduce joint impact, increase walking speed by up to 24%, and enhance overall performance [1][2][4][5].
At the heart of WalkActive is paced walking. This practice encourages finding and maintaining your personal optimal walking pace to boost cardiovascular fitness and stamina, all while minimising joint stress. To achieve this, you should walk faster than your regular pace, reaching a point where you cannot hold a continual conversation [3].
A minimum recommended pace for a paced walk is 3.5 miles per hour (or 5.6 kilometers), but it's important to remember that this pace should be gradually increased over time [2]. A cadence speed of 120 beats per minute is equivalent to a minimum recommended pace for a paced walk.
Paced walks should ideally last for approximately 10 to 20 minutes to reap the benefits. To ensure comfort during your walks, our guide to the best walking shoes can help you find suitable footwear for your strolls. Plus, there are deals available on tried-and-tested walking shoe models [6][7].
In summary, the WalkActive method and its paced walking focus help improve fitness levels by increasing walking speed and endurance safely, strengthening muscles, improving posture, and minimising joint impact, making walking a more effective exercise for overall health [1][3][4][5]. So, lace up your shoes, set your pace, and embrace the WalkActive method for a healthier you!
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