I've been walking my dog every single morning since school started. I'm so proud of myself, and Buster is too! This has started to become one of my favorite parts of the day. I look forward to our morning walks when I wake up. I'm not sure if I will be feeling this way when it's -20 out. Our walks usually last anywhere from 30 - 45 minutes, and it is almost like accidental exercise.
I'm sharing this information with you because walking has many health benefits. Walking is a lower intensity aerobic exercise and therefore it is easier on your body. As well, the main fuel your body burns at lower intensities is fat.
Your body will switch to burning carbohydrates as soon as the muscular force increases (lifting weights, sprinting). This type of exercise also has it's place in your workout routines. Higher intensity workouts also will burn more calories and leave you with a higher metabolic rate.
So here is my challenge to you this week. Go for a couple walks! Take a dog, friend or spouse. Go out for 45 minutes and enjoy!
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