New research from the U. of Colorado has found that both normal and overweight people naturally walk at the same speed – about three miles per hour—because this is the speed that expends the least energy. It turns out that the calories required for walking are actually greater when you walk faster OR slower than three miles per hour. If you’re overweight, the experts suggest slowing down and walking longer and farther for a greater calorie burn. To build cardiovascular fitness, you’ll need to eventually step up your pace or add some hills to your walk. (source: Environmental Nutrition June 2009)
Susan Mills-Gray
Nutrition & Health Education Specialist
Co-County Program Director
University of Missouri Extension
Cass County Center
302 S. Main, Harrisonville MO 64701
816.380.8460
816.380.8465 (fax)
816.506.3338 (cell)
mills-grays@missouri.edu
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