Many people assume walking and running at the same distance can burn the same amount of calories. By adding speed to run at least 5 mph (mile per hour) or more, it could be a way to run a more effective calorie burning. For example, running 5 km with a speed 6 mph would destroy 340 calories (the person who weighs 75 kilograms). While walking the same distance with a speed of 4 mph can only wear off the 255 calories, or burn 85 fewer calories than running.
The reason is that when running we have to spend a far greater effort than walking, such as lifting the body to the surface every time we set foot. Unlike the walk, there will always be one foot in the ground. In addition, running a sport that has a high intensity and require a long enough time for the body to perform the recovery process. So after the exercise, we are still able to burn more calories than walking.
But even just walking can burn calories a little more, do not ever let the “numbers” are lowering our intention to stay on a routine walk with friends or our spouse. Because exercise with other people already believed capable of making us more diligent and not easily bored in doing our exercise routine. Bonus again, walking is a sport that is safe for the joints and can be done every day with the injury risk is very small.
Well, if you want walking activity led to a more optimal results, follow the three secrets of this walk follows. You will be able to reduce calories without having to limit the amount of food should be eaten.
Walking a few miles more. We can do it anytime and if done at a speed of 4 mph, it will only increase the time duration of 15 minutes from what we usually do.
Add speed. Stay current with the same amount of time, as usual, but try to do ½ mph faster.
Hitch with a high gear. Take time to run as far as 5-7 km before or after the walk with a friend.