{"id":2644,"date":"2020-01-02T07:33:27","date_gmt":"2020-01-02T15:33:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/helpshoe.com\/?p=2644"},"modified":"2021-07-21T16:35:08","modified_gmt":"2021-07-21T23:35:08","slug":"is-running-or-walking-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/helpshoe.com\/is-running-or-walking-better\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Running or Walking Better?"},"content":{"rendered":"

When I go walking outside I usually spend about half an hour walking the same route and listening to music. Sometimes I’ll go running on the same path but my distance is almost doubled. Both experiences can be positive and enjoyable; so which is the best?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Walking is better for those beginning to exercise after a while of no exercise and low-intensity<\/strong> running can be better for those used to exercising. Intense running can lead to short and long-term injuries where periods of recovery are required.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If I were to give someone my advice for running and walking, I’d say that a combination of both can lead to a healthy outcome. One’s situation needs to be taken into consideration to determine which is most beneficial for overall health.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Determine your Fitness Level – Should I Walk or Run?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you’ve ever run before, you know that it can be difficult to get started. Even those who have been running for years tend to find their bodies may feel uncomfortable for a while at the beginning of their run. Walkers tend to have an easier time getting used to the routine<\/strong> of walking, although recovery for both groups can be similar in some ways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To determine your fitness level, you can walk for 30 minutes and see how your body reacts. If you’re fine after the walk and your legs don’t hurt after a couple of days then you might be ready to start a running test. If you are struggling during your walk, and find achy legs the day or two after your walk, then you are likely at a beginning level<\/strong> to medium level of exercise fitness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you tend to be a beginning-level exerciser, you will most likely benefit from more walking than running. Walking can help you get your body use to some of the movements that are needed when running as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After you’ve gotten used to walking for 30 minutes, then running can be substituted for small periods of your walk. In the beginning, start slowly if you have little experience with running or if your body is not ready for it yet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you’re ready, running can be better for you in some ways that walking can’t. You will be using some different muscles, especially your heart muscle. With longer periods of cardio exercise, your body behaves differently than it would when just walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each person is different, and there’s a wide spectrum of fitness levels. To determine your fitness level, you can use this chart<\/strong> as a reference, although it lacks specific information about each person, it can be used as a guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Always consult your doctor before beginning an exercise program. Getting help from a personal trainer or experienced peer that has some experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fitness Levels<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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Beginners Fitness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You may be like me when I began, exercising occasionally but never being consistent.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you exercise for extended periods your body isn’t used to it and your muscles feel sore and you are feeling out of breath fairly easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n