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Transform Your Daily Stroll Into a Sweat-Breaking Workout
Thanks to the rise of fitness apps and virtual classes, a sweat-inducing workout is only a click away. But as nice as it is to feel the burn without having to leave your house, it's just as nice to take a step outside. . . and keep going. Walking is an underrated form of cardio that burns plenty of calories and elevates your heart rate, without taking a huge toll on the body. But you have to do more than a stroll to reap the benefits. With these expert-approved walking tips, you can turn your leisurely stroll into a daily energetic exercise that will raise your heart rate, burn some calories, and help you log some long miles.
And there's no better time to get back to the basics then now, when you often need a break away from the computer while working from home, or when you simply need to get the kids out of the house and into some fresh air fast. Walking is enjoyable for all ages, and when you put your mind to it, you can really break a sweat while conquering your encouraged 10,000 steps a day.
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These walking tips will encourage you to power walk that pavement and hit your daily step goal.
From Woman's Day