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The Four Kinds of Walking

Did you know there were other kinds of walking? For most of us, walking is pretty self-explanatory. You put one foot in front of the other and that’s all there is to it. You wouldn’t be totally wrong because walking is walking, but there are different ways of performing your walking in a fitness scenario. So maybe calling them the four kinds of walking is a little misleading, when what they are is four different levels to the intensity of the walking that you do. The level of walking you chose to do will have an impact on your overall … Continue reading →

Nordic Walking – Poles & More

Nordic Walking is a total body workout and burns up to 40% more calories than regular walking. In many ways, Nordic walking resembles the elliptical machine found in most fitness gyms. It involves arm motion as well as leg motion. It increases balance, focus and of course, fat burn. So What Is Nordic Walking? Before you ask, it’s not how the Vikings did it. Nordic walking is a form of walking using modified ski poles. It started as a way of exercising during the summer in Nordic Europe. Nordic Walking was first developed in Finland by Cross Country Skiers, who … Continue reading →

Fat Burning Walk

Power walking is one of the best fitness tools at your disposal for burning excess fat. In fact, most fitness experts will tell you that any successful weight loss program is going to require a cardio program because cardio is the most likely type of exercise to burn fat from all over the body. Weight training is a good accompaniment to help you tighten and tone certain areas, but nothing replaces a solid cardio workout. So if you are looking for a good fat burning workout that takes only 30 minutes a day – go for power walking. The following … Continue reading →

Want to Start Running?

Whether you have been exercising regularly or are looking to start a new exercise regimen – running is always an option. I am not a huge fan of running because it kills my knees. On the other hand, running appeals to a lot of individuals who enjoy the sheer physical exertion of running and the adrenalin it generates. Running is a great activity for those that enjoy it and if you are interested in trying it out, here are a few guidelines to follow. First and foremost, see your doctor. You should always get a full physical to make sure … Continue reading →