Increasing the intensity of your walks is a great way to improve health and fitness. But for some, higher inclines and a faster pace may be a little too much for them at the moment. Luckily, there are plenty of low-impact ways to increase the intensity of your walk.
Walking in sand is a great workout because the uneven terrain puts your body to work. That makes it the perfect starting place for beginners who want to feel some heat on their daily walks.
References
Binnie, M. J., et al. (2014). Sand training: A review of current research and practical applications. Journal of Sports Science.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2019). Physical activity: Adults.
Jafarnezhadgero, A. A., et al. (2022). Eight weeks of exercising on sand has positive effects on biomechanics of walking and muscle activities in individuals with pronated feet: A randomized double-blinded controlled trial. Sports.
Nauman, J., et al. (2019). Walking in the fast lane: High-intensity walking for improved fitness and health outcomes. Mayo Clinic Proceedings.
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