Yes, walking is a rocky mountain high and the University of Colorado at Boulder has a ’secret’ in their study about walking and weight loss.

The University of Colorado provides an interesting perspective in this article, “Walk Slowly For Weight Loss.” 

“Leisurely walking for distance combined with low-impact cardiovascular activity appears to be the best formula for obese people seeking to get into shape and stay healthy, according to a University of Colorado at Boulder study. 

Ray Browning, a doctoral student in CU-Boulder’s integrative physiology department and lead author on the new study, said the results show that people who walk a mile at a leisurely pace burn more calories than if they walk a mile at their normal pace. In addition, those who walk at 2 miles per hour rather than 3 miles per hour reduce the loads on their knee joints by up to 25 percent. 

“The message is that by walking more slowly, obese individuals can burn more calories per mile and may reduce the risk of arthritis or joint injury,” he said.” 

This may or may not be you but the secret weapon is in the starting. Start slowly and build a foundation, the rest will take care of itself. And please, please sit down with your physician and tell them about your goal to start walking, they possess a wealth and lifetime of valuable information. Most doctors are excellent listeners.

MikeZ_walking for fitness and weight control.

Please consult your physician before starting any exercise or weight loss program.
Your physician is your very best resource.

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