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Walking in Place for Weight Loss: A Simple Guide

If you're looking for an activity to help you lose weight, walking is an easy-to-implement, low-cost option. According to the Mayo Clinic, walking is a gentle and low impact method of exercise that can lower your cholesterol, lower your blood pressure and help you lose weight. You don't even need to leave your house to enjoy these benefits, just walking in place can help you accomplish your weight loss goals. (Reference 1)

Things You'll Need

  • Pedometer
  • Walking shoes
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Instructions

  1. Instructions

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      Warm up before every exercise. You can do this by slowly stretching out your legs and arms. Bending over and touching your toes is a wonderful warm up stretch. (Reference 1)

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      Begin walking briskly in place. Use your pedometer to keep track of how many steps you take. Aim for 10,000 steps or at least 20 minutes. For maximum benefits walk at least three times a week. (Reference 1)

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      Cool down for about three to five minutes by walking in place at a slower pace.

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