Walking is the new running or so it seems. Quite a few people do not like to run for various reasons ranging from it is hard on their knees, they don't feel they are in good enough shape, they prefer other ways to work on their cardio capacity, it is boring, and they just flat out hate it. Well this post today is all about a walking workout. You can get a great workout by walking if you incorporate some intervals into your routine. Below are a few great walking workout options based on your current cardiovascular capacity or how in shape you feel you are.
Workout option #1- Beginners
- Walk at a slower pace to warm-up the body- 5 Minutes
- Increase the pace to a brisk walk- 2 Minutes
- Walk at starting pace- 2 Minutes
- Brisk pace walking- 1 Minute
- Walk at starting pace- 1 Minute
*Repeat this cycle for a total of 20-30 minutes based on your time allotted.
Workout option #2- Intermediate
- Walk at a slower pace to warm-up the body- 5 Minutes
- Walk at a power walking pace- 3 Minutes
- Walk at starting pace- 1 Minute
*Repeat this cycle for a total of 30-60 minutes based on your time allotted.
The above interval minutes are just guidelines or suggestions. You can range your time spent performing your intervals anywhere from 20 seconds to 5 minutes. Make sure the pace you choose is sustainable for the time you pick. For example if you try and do 5 minutes at a power walking pace but start slowing down at minute 3 you might want to change it to 3 minute intervals instead of 5 minutes. The main thing is to just get moving, don't use your hate of running against you. Walking is an acceptable way to get a great workout in if you utilize it correctly.
As always if you want more information check out www.safiretraining.com.
I'm on vacation next week so will get back to you on July 9th! Have a happy and safe 4th of July!
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