Is Walking Actually Better for Fat Loss than Running or HIIT Cardio?

[@DuffMan.]

1 year ago I went through a process of losing 210 lbs in about 10 months (have since kept it off). The first month I could barely walk the yard. But used my bodyweight (378 lbs) as a motivator. In total that month I walked 6 miles. Im 45 years old and ballooned to that size over a period of 10 years through mis-prescribed medication and eating/drinking my way through depression. Walking has saved my life - and my mind. Keto has helped too, as has watching/logging calories and exercise... and eating whole foods. I drank the fitness koolaid and I thank channels like this one for motivation and sound education. Now a healthy 165 lbs, and maintaining for a year. Off all prescription meds. I walk about 16 miles daily. Sometimes I ruck. Point is - walking IS for everyone. Its accesible, free, gets you sunlight, focusses you on being present and in nature. Do it gradually. Do it often. Manifest it as a habit. This habot soon becomes your identity, and thats for life.

[@geraldfriend256]

Good on you Duffman holy Shiite 16 miles a day? Like five hours cuz what stats are we talkin here?

[@mandolorian9893]

I have a few questions: Do you also lift weights? If so, are you muscular? Do you have saggy/loose skin? How tall are you? How's your life changed? Were you single before the weightloss. Did weightloss change that?

[@daniellabonas6367]

@@DuffMan. wow 🤩 what an incredible achievement!!!! Great job! You are a true inspiration to many 🤗

[@bluebox9860]

Great response!🎉

[@jonathonpotts5666]

amen to that, great comments!. I'm doing the landsdown loop tomorrow a 23 km hike near the city of Bath in the uk.

[@daniellabonas6367]

I’ve been walking around 5 plus miles daily since June and have lost over 50 lbs 🎉🎉🎉😊 No excuses!!! Just start with 20 minutes and add from there ! Good luck ! Ty for the advice! 🤗

[@dragonxx444]

April 25th 2024 i started walking 10k steps EVERY day until now. I am 5.11" and i was 265lbs. Almost 6 months later i am still 5.11" (sadly 😂), but down to 213lbs. Of course i also cut out the majority of junk. 2 good sized homecooked meals with no snacks in between. I found out my BMR and i limited myself to 2k calories per day... Try it!

[@aalokshah8655]

good for you! Echo the calorie counting in combination with activity.

[@MrQuadcity]

**Key takeaways** **1. Establish Walking as a Foundational Movement** Walking serves as the base of a "pyramid" of movement and should form the primary layer for most people’s physical activity. It is low-intensity, low-skill, and low-impact, making it accessible to almost everyone. Whether you’re aiming for longevity or simply maintaining a healthy lifestyle, regular walking is crucial. Both Marcus Filly and Thomas DeLauer agree that walking is hard to contraindicate in any scenario; it's universally safe for all ages and fitness levels, especially for long-term health. **Key Quote:** “Walking is this low-impact, low-intensity, low-skill movement practice that we're wired physiologically and anatomically to do very well.” **2. Walking vs Running - Different Tools, Different Uses** Walking and running are not merely interchangeable forms of cardio; they serve different purposes. Running is higher impact and more intense than walking, making it riskier, particularly for those without proper training or biomechanics. Not everyone is built or prepared for long-term running - poor running techniques often lead to injuries, including knee and hip pain. Running should not be undertaken without considering skill development. It comes with a steeper learning curve than walking, and according to Marcus, many people run inefficiently, leading to overuse injuries. For those looking to burn calories for fat loss, walking presents a safer alternative without the pitfalls of running. **Key Quote:** “Choosing running over walking is not just a matter of speed and going faster; it's about looking at well, does this thing have more of an impact on my body than walking?” **3. Running: Benefits and Pitfalls** While running offers great cardiovascular benefits, it does not come without its drawbacks. Marcus acknowledges the "spiritual" and "hormonal" benefits that many runners experience due to endorphin release. However, especially for people who are older or lack a solid running foundation, running can cause more harm than good if executed poorly. Filly emphasizes that running should be viewed not just as a tool to "burn calories" but as an activity that requires form, skill, and proper guidance to avoid injury. This applies particularly to older adults or those who have experienced inconsistent running throughout their lives. **Key Quote:** “Running can be a fantastic tool, but if you don't have a good base of running or understanding of how to develop it sustainably, it can lead to trouble.” **4. HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) - A Double-Edged Sword** HIIT training is placed at the top of this movement hierarchy due to its high impact, intensity, and required skill. It can be extremely effective for fat loss thanks to its ability to spike metabolic rates and engage both aerobic and anaerobic system pathways, but the risks are higher. The important takeaway here is that not all types of intensity are equally dangerous or beneficial. Movements like barbell snatches in CrossFit or a combination of high-intensity endurance under fatigue can be too high-risk for many people, especially if performed with poor form. However, Marcus gives examples of safer high-intensity options like a harder bike ride or weighted step-ups, which offer both safety and the intensity desired. **Key Quote:** “Pick the skills inside of this high-intensity world that you can do safely, then execute them hard to minimize the risk.” **5. Intensity Ramps Up Risk - Match Skills with Fitness Level** Each progression up the movement pyramid (from walking to running to HIIT) introduces more skill and more risk. For beginners or those past middle age, jumping into high-intensity exercises might not be wise. Instead, start with safer movement patterns that still deliver intensity without the injury risk. Age is a critical factor - as people age, they become more averse to intense movements, which hinders their physical capacity and strength over time. It's important for people to gradually increase intensity as they age to maintain strength and aerobic capacity while being mindful of injury risks. **Key Quote:** “As you step up, you should spend the time to learn how to do [high-intensity exercises] right, do it sustainably, and in a safe way if you want to tie it to longevity.” **6. Developing a Holistic Movement Pyramid** The overarching framework Marcus suggests consists of: - **Base Layer: Walking** - The majority of movement that humans should engage in. It’s about making walking part of everyday life (not just perceived as “exercise”). - **Middle Layer: Moderate-Intensity Movements** - For example, smart and skillful HIIT exercises that deliver intensity, while minimizing injury risk, like cycling or controlled lifting. - **Top Layer: Running or More Intense Movements** - Used sparingly and selectively, particularly if the individual has the appropriate biomechanics and skill level for running. **Key Quote:** “A strong movement pyramid builds on a foundation of consistent, low-skill movement first, then layers on more complex, high-intensity challenges.” **7. Running Isn’t the Pinnacle, It’s a Middle Ground in the Fitness Spectrum** Running, common as it is, is viewed by many as the default choice for cardiovascular training. By viewing walking as the base, and reserving running for those who either enjoy it or are biomechanically suited for it, one can avoid making fitness unnecessarily painful or injury-prone. For those like Marcus who don’t prefer running, activities like biking, rowing, and swimming serve as better alternatives to cardio. These alternatives offer the same aerobic benefits without compromising longevity or risking injury as much as running does. **Key Quote:** "Running isn't the only way to build a robust fitness foundation. There are better cardiovascular options that come with less of a physical toll." ## **Conclusion** In conclusion, while walking, running, and HIIT all have their merits, they serve different functions in your overall fitness journey. Walking should make up the base of your physical activity due to its accessibility, low risk, and benefits for longevity. You should be cautious about running if you lack proper biomechanics or are in later stages of life since it can lead to injury without prior preparation. For those seeking stronger cardiovascular and metabolic impacts, HIIT can be effective but should be approached mindfully. The key is consistency without injuring yourself, building a foundation before advancing to more intense activities. Ultimately, select exercises that you can sustainably do over time. Don't view HIIT or running as inherently superior simply because they burn more calories in a shorter timeframe. Walking might not be as glorified, but its minimal impact and long-term sustainability make it a powerful tool for fat loss and health maintenance. **Key Takeaway:** The best workout is the one you can do consistently over time without breaking yourself down. Whether it’s walking, running, or HIIT, success in fitness comes from finding the right combination of exercises that support longevity, health, and adherence.

[@roberts7553]

Fantastic overview!

[@reehan1995]

Dont forget to mention the disproportionate stress to output ratio between walking and running. Running generates more systemic stress per unit of physical output than walking does by a moderate amount.

[@mattpotter8725]

A good summary but I just found this whole conversation bizarre. Maybe I'm biased because I run, but I don't run to lose weight, I do it to keep my heart healthy, that's why whatever fitness regime you're on it's recommended to do weight training and cardio, and not just one. If your goal is to purely lose weight then the cardio won't do it as effectively as doing weights and building muscle. I also found it bizarre that it wasn't mentioned at all that cardio is good for the heat, and I also find it good for your mental health, maybe because that's not a difference between walking and running. The final thing that sent out red signals from the start was when the conversation about running started off by claiming that running down hill will cause you less injury. This said to me that this guy has never run down hills that much. Sure gravity helps you go faster but if you think about it as you put your foot down it acts as a natural brake and all your weight will be going onto that leg which biomechanically just isn't very good for you if you're not used to it and don't have a good base. In the end my thought was that if you are starting going to the gym you won't start by trying to lift the heaviest weights in the place so why would you even think about anything more than a gentle jog if you're thinking about starting running and then build up from there? All this talk about HIIT and CrossFit I think was totally unnecessary. Running is better for you then walking, but obviously if you're very overweight then you need to lose some weight first, and probably need to address how you are eating and how you are consuming sugars and carbs in order to stop getting blood sugar spikes which leads to sugar being converted and stored as fat as well as the sugar crash after the spike causing cravings and you consuming even more calories and putting on more weight. Once you've controlled this and lost a bit of weight you can start walking more and then running if you want to. If you don't want to then there are other forms of cardio activity and sports you could try because in the end if it isn't fun you won't enjoy it and won't stick with it, so it has to be something you want to do and not a grind.

[@MrQuadcity]

@@mattpotter8725 "The final thing that sent out red signals from the start was when the conversation about running started off by claiming that running down hill will cause you less injury. " -> Marcus Philly mentions that running downhill, in particular, carries a higher risk of injury compared to other forms of running or even high-intensity exercises. Due to the additional impact forces involved, running downhill increases the stress on joints and muscles, especially in the knees and hips, making it more challenging for many people to run safely without risking pain or injury. He uses this example to illustrate the "risk ratio" concept-emphasizing that higher-intensity activities should be chosen carefully to balance the physical benefits with a low risk of harm. By opting for lower-risk, controlled environments (such as stationary bikes for sprints) instead of high-impact, high-risk movements like downhill running, people can still achieve high-intensity benefits without the increased injury risk.

[@mattpotter8725]

@MrQuadcity I agree with all of this. I'm not sure if you're disagreeing with what I said but none of this was said in this conversation in the video, apart from saying that you can't just go from doing nothing to doing high intensity exercise that puts stress on your joints if you are overweight and trying to lose weight, but isn't that a no brainer? Isn't this obvious to everyone? It's just like my analogy of going to the gym and trying to lift heavy weights when your body isn't used to it, it wouldn't end well. It's a stupid discussion imo. What this discussion should have said is lose weight first before doing running off any kind whether high intensity or low because I don't think you lose weight by doing this and will likely injure yourself. One other thing, and I've done this myself, it's dumb but I think it happens to a lot of people who start running to keep fit. You think that running and using energy means you deserve that treat when you finish, or are allowed that meal you know is bad for you, so you do increase burning some calories (and losing weight isn't just about calories in, calories out, another misconception that everyone believes) but you put it straight back on by not being strict with what you're eating totally negating the exercise you've just done. Then you wonder why you've not lost any weight and give up on the exercise because you think it's doing nothing. The body also doesn't help us because in prehistoric times when we were hunter gatherers and did was scarce and we had predators we needed to be able to outlast, out run, it was useful for our bodies to store energy as fat fit use when food was scarcer, say in the winter time, and because then humans were active not sedentary like now it was an advantage. Now the way we live our lives is a lot more sedentary, we live longer, it's almost as though our bodies are working against us. It doesn't help that the food industry is basically spending billions on convincing us to buy their products filled with chemicals and sugar, and we are brainwashed into wanting it, and once we eat it it's manufactured to send signals to our brains to want more. It's also produced, by design, without the food types that tell our brains that we're full and don't want to, don't need to eat anymore and do we eat and eat and eat, and most people don't have the knowledge to know any better. So we're getting hit from all sides. Rant over.

[@GanMan7]

I do weighted walks 15k-22k steps daily while listening to books on audible. 3am to 5am is 6miles for me along with push and pull exercises thru out the day. It started just trying to lose belly fat but now it’s just a lifestyle choice. 20lb vest with 20lbs of plates in the book bag. At 39 I’m in great shape.

[@dosethree-q6b]

Walking is the best because it doesn’t exhaust you - you can scale it up easily - you can other things while walking - very little chance of injury.

[@clairehachey2189]

Walking is the best thing I ever did for myself. Started with a goal of 10k steps / day and am up to anywhere between 12-19k daily.

[@richardmiddleton7770]

I walk, run, lift and cycle. I also eat, sleep and breath!

[@nafisjohnson3973]

Neither is better than the other...its all about what works best for that individual..

[@jackbuaer3828]

Agree. I think that focusing on the exercise type that you enjoy doing will improve your mental state. I think it's also important to do things that you don't enjoy that are good for you for diversity, but perhaps that should be a smaller part of your routine

[@khatack]

Yes, yes it is. Walking is BY FAR the best fat loss exercise bar none.

[@Emotional.Gangsta]

I work from home & use a walking pad, averaging between 30k to 40k steps a day. It’s been the key to control my appetite & daily stresses. You don’t have to walk fast, but enough to take your heart rate above 100 bpm. It’s amazing as it helps to move without thinking you are exercising.

[@JulsWellnessWarrior]

I used to run and may again for the mental benefit as that felt good. But now I walk only and lift weights with Whole Foods, lost 50lb and maintaining over a year. I’m 53 5’1” 113lb I love NOT feeling like running is the way to lose weight. Sharing my journey and experience on my YT channel as it’s so much harder for people, especially women over age 40 to lose weight and build muscle. With the correct program and tools anyone can!💪

[@lindabarnes-f7v]

At 78, I have always been active and ran but I now have back issues and can no longer run so I do weight training, lead a low impact aerobics class and walk at least 5 miles a day. Wlaking is so important particularly as we get older. Thank you for this video.

[@aubreyj.tennant1123]

Now 72, I mix brisk walking 70% & running 30% t/w some weight work. The benefits are a guaranteed great sleep, better digestion, better appetite, more energy, spiritual gain, more focused and overall sense of well being. Great vid gents! 💪👍💯

[@helenstaniskov4570]

I’m in my late 50’s and have exercised and walked all my life! Over the last couple of years, I was struggling to lose the last 2kgs, so bought a mini trampoline! It was an absolute game changer for me! If I have a meal with healthy carbs (fruit, sweet potato), or processed carbs, I will play my fav music and run, jump for 10 mins! I love it… it’s so much fun, low impact, and you get your heart rate up! My weight is dropping and I’m not really changing anything!

[@g-man3093]

i'm 72. i'm limited in how much stress i can upon my joints. but i know some high intensity work is too valuable not to incorporate. also weight work is essential. ideally i will walk four miles a day but it's usually a little under three. several times a week i do interval training at the track. one mile jog warmup followed by a mile (4 laps) with two 100 yard sprints per lap focused on maintaining form and stay up on the balls of my feet. two times a week i work out with kettle balls. 10/20 lbs. squats, overhead presses, "swinging handstands", curls, bench presses, shoulder pulls etc. i've temporarily stopped yoga but would like to return, but just don't have enough time, so i just do some stretching when i'm idle, a lot just on the floor.

[@vicecolder]

very cool very fun episode. you two gel with each other' personlities really well

[@chewiewins]

Love this video as I walk, as much as I can, including to work daily, Glad that’s the way!

[@kiaracansing]

Excited to watch this!

[@markschwartz5702]

Oh man you killed me with "cycling doesn't take much skill." I'm a cyclist.

[@kurtjohnson7635]

He never tried mountain biking 😂

[@xfortysd40]

​@@kurtjohnson7635I was going to say the same! Quite a bit of skill bombing a double black trail with huge drops and jumps!

[@roustabout4fun]

Fantastic set~ enjoyed the talk also. Quite sensible.

[@VangaroZeon]

I saw this girl running once and I never thought anyone could run so gracefully. It was like her feet were feathers lightly touching the ground. I wish I could run that way!

[@bobbyk9939]

I’m 53, 6ft 205lbs. I can run everyday for an hour with no issues because my easy pace heart rate is similar to a normal person walking. Running is a high injury sport and can cause injuries if you’re a beginner. But for calories and heart conditioning, i use running and lifting weights 4-5 days a week and at my age, I look better than 99% of guys my age.

[@samik8008]

Walking is so easy, that it's hard to appreciate it. People don't tell others after healthty walks like they do after sweating their ass off. A good eye opener!

[@EclipseCircle]

I recently went on a 2 week break out of state. I didn't have a car and had to rely on walking and public transit. When I got back I found I'd lost 6 pounds. I wound up breaking through a weight loss plateau without even realizing. No fasting, no weight training, just walking 10k steps a day and sort of, kind of eating less.

[@nicktheodorou3474]

Gave up running for walking, hiking, rucking. I don’t need any recovery time so I can do it everyday and I am covering more distance than I ever did running.

[@phoenixfly8825]

I'm one of those who truly enjoyed running outdoors. It almost became a drug to me but I find it unsustainable after the years especially during the summer months in Florida. 😂 I hate treadmill running so I have implemented strength training and walking during lunch and breaks etc

[@arica1798]

After my coma, I was not able to pick up that skill again

[@sarahpalacios1920]

Please correct me if I'm wrong. But based on what I've read on the this, I thought that walking burned more fat and higher intensity cardio, burned more calories/carbs. So if one is looking for fat loss, they should focus on walking their 10-20k steps a day, correct?

[@polletpower]

This is sort of true. The body favors carbs as an energy source when it’s rapidly needed such as for running. However, if you run on few carbs or in a fasted state, you will burn fat. Also, although your body burns carbs first when running, you will eventually also burn fat. In summary, what you say is mostly true but there are nuances here…

[@helenstaniskov4570]

Your neighbours comments may be rude to you (Americans), but to other cultures communicating openly and asking direct questions is part of the culture!

[@Orbitalbomb]

I would love to run, but the truth is that my knee hurt so much that I simply can’t. Even with Ben Patrick’s ATG training program I cannot get rid of the knee pain, and I will never put myself under the knife of a surgeon. I know too well that most people who had knee surgeries never get pain-free.

[@mattpotter8725]

Neither running or walking are great for weight loss. They can both be good cardio, though you have to do them with enough intensity to get out of breath, a gentle walk won't do much at all. Cardio, as the name suggests, is more for looking after the health of your heart and not about losing weight. You can be overweight and run marathons and that's because you have a healthy heart and a good cardio vascular system so whilst doing it can help i think diet is far more important in terms of weight loss and especially how you eat and how you consume sugar and carbs (there's an interview with Glucose Goddess, Jessie Inshupsé from a number of months back that was out great help to me in losing some weight and getting back to running).

[@mleav2]

A study following new Amazon delivery station warehouse workers over time may be interesting, as a typical day is 10000 steps to 15000 a day, 4 days a week. 20000 steps or more 6 days a week during peak season.

[@BradPuma]

Is it good to do HIIT in the morning at 6am and then weight lift at 6pm once a week with weight training only on Monday and Friday?

[@jasonthedude3663]

I love your videos. I was wondering if you would be willing to make a video about what to regularly eat when you have GERD. I struggle with GERD, and a lot of food causes heartburn for me. I also have fatty liver. I understand that it’s essential to cut out all processed foods and maybe even grains. But some produce still gives me heartburn. Please help

[@scottohare8355]

I'm doing 3 hour power walks 2 to 3 times a week as I've found them easier to do I've started incorporating a lot of hills and small mountains where I live in North Wales so getting out of breath is my way of increasing my intensity and I feel I can maintain this routine who knows how far I can push this I'm 56

[@stephanygates6491]

I'm learning better form by slow jogging. It took weeks to learn how to use my feet without pain. I land on my great toe and the intrinsic muscles just spring me off. I don't have much cushion left in my discs, so I don't want any more impact than that.

[@AM-jw1lo]

I walk 6.4 miles aday, i lost 30lbs since starting late august. for the last month i have been fighting a plateau. Walking works with the dog so it isn't something i want to switch for (say gym). I know i need to switch things up to continue, but walking is the core and has been for decades.

[@Champ0414]

Walking. Game changer

[@PetetG]

Walking better as you get past a certain age. Preserves joints and the knees way more than running or jogging.

[@MiClLC]

Is rucking heavy considered HIT?

[@richardmiddleton7770]

Up stairs or a steep hill yes!

[@mattpotter8725]

I'm confused by this while conversation. Firstly if you think running down hill leaves you less prone to injury you've never run at all, which is fine, people can exercise however they want and still keep in shape. Secondly, if you were to start doing weights in a gym you wouldn't go in their and try to bench what big guys were lifting from the get go, so why is it put across that to run you're either going all out or not doing it at all? Lastly, running and cardio in general isn't the best way to lose weight, if that's only what you're after, but it has other health benefits. You will lose some weight, but it will take a while, and if you're massively overweight what is said here is right in that you would do more harm than good by running before you've lost enough weight for it not to potentially cause injuries to your muscles, ligaments, even skeletal structure of the body. I run when i can, but it's more for the cardio benefit, keeping my heart fit and healthy, as well as my mental health, getting away from it all and out on trails or parklands close to where I i live. Why weren't these benefits spoken about? I would have thought that they would be very relevant to people today struggling with much of life's problems and health in general.

[@MW-em5uk]

I walk a pair of 120 pound dogs for 90 to 120 minutes every night. It's the best gym in the world.

[@mattstjean11]

I did over 27,000 steps today..running in the very early morning at the gym on the treadmill..I try to do at least 10k steps… and then walking my dog for the rest

[@markothwriter]

I wish more people would walk to run errands. I walked to the post office a couple days ago, and when I was there I saw my neighbor driving through the drop-off lane to mail a letter. Convenience is not always healthy for you. Walk to the grocery store. Or just walk around the block.

[@jonathonpotts5666]

I've always walked to buy groceries, and my rucksack is ramed full on the way home. I discovered recently that it's called rucking.

[@darth_pronator]

Walking is great if you don’t run. If you run, you are in good enough shape that walking will do nothing to build cardio, because you are beyond walking. It burns about as many calories in a 45 minute walk as three bites of dinner. I’d rather save the 45 minutes and eat three less bites.

[@DianaDenton-u8u]

Walking is definitely better for me, sometimes I do fast paced but I can't stand cardio

[@surendarvijay2520]

Walking is the best. HIIT is if you like cortisol and creaky joints.

[@Marathon5151]

I run around 80 miles a week and when I want to lose more fat, I incorporate more walking.

[@BrynneMuir]

I am 5'11" female who went from 223 to 160 through clean, calorie deficient eating, HIIT, running, and other forms of cardio. Then I began weight training almost exclusively and lost 10 additional pounds. 2022, I developed a dangerous arrhythmia; I can't do HIIT anymore or lower body strength training, like deadlifts, squats, and lunges without triggering an arrhythmic episode. What do I do now? I now walk around 5 miles a day, jog (5.7mph) 3-5 every other day, row, Pilates, and upper body strength training. I don't have the definition that I had, but I'm at 153. It's been rough, 2 ablations later...I kind of just want to chuck it all, and eat pizza every day.

[@kurtjohnson7635]

Hang in there, girl! You got this!

[@fabreezethefaintinggoat5484]

walking has so many benefits,walk a lot everyday

[@bunnylou4993]

I once packed up my entire house and moved everything into a moving truck and gained 36,000 steps in one day! I was flabbergasted to say the least. The next day I felt as though an elephant walked on me in my sleep 😂

[@kelleya.kelley552]

Where will you be in Vilseck. I would like to stop by.

[@nancyinthegarden3160]

I believe walking is better all the way bc it’s best on skeleton, mindset, stress relief, relaxation, anxiety instead of pumping up your mind and stressing about how fast and how far you’re performing. it’s all not necessary. Go for a walk everything we do doesn’t have to be a dash in our lives. You’ll do it longer in life if you enjoy it

[@angelonacucchi830]

I don't agree with the sentence not everyone is made for running". Running is a motor skill that humans have since they are born as walking, crowling and so on. You need to specify that not everyone is suited to run because of the sedentary life they conduct. Unfortunately this is the sad truth, everyone thinks that to run is enough to put a pair of shoes and go out for a run, but you need to build a body that can afford to run without injuries, and this takes time and constant effort.

[@kravvormagagor9595]

If you're walking for exercise that tells one thing for sure. you dont exercise.

[@entrepreneur724]

The guy that doesn't like running, recommends walking instead. You don't say...

[@milagroscomas4843]

I do intervals per week, one week I run and another week I walk.

[@dg6845]

Have you noticed your hunger levels change per intervals?

[@milagroscomas4843]

@dg6845 I just eat a little more protein (egg or lean meat) when I run, because i burn more when i run

[@dg6845]

@@milagroscomas4843 makes sense.

[@Sbannmarie]

What about people that can’t walk!!?!?

[@johnstamos4629]

🤣

[@markme3259]

…it’s better to run a mile faster and faster, rather than run a mile and then increase the distance….on a previous video Thomas showed that bodybuilding out performed Cardio in regards to health benefits..

[@monnoo8221]

super.

[@iamwhoyousayiam6773]

x2 speed is broken

[@Jinnyjammywhammy]

Walking is kind of like that dude's hockey player haircut from the early nineties.... it works for some people but a lot of people prefer something else

[@deanschanzenbach7506]

You should do both.

[@lantzgd]

✌

[@liamconverse8950]

Walking is just so much more time consuming than running. Once somebody gets pretty fit they can walk 6 miles pretty efficiently without really burning a ton of calories but it will still take over an hour

[@ubuu7]

Then.they can switch to planks

[@liamconverse8950]

@ubuu7 that's not a comparable exercise

[@johnstamos4629]

Dont walk, RUN! if you can. Most people will NOT and CANNOT integrate walking all day.

[@polletpower]

Most people can fit in 1 hour of walking through the day, but it’s just not the priority. For example, a person can walk 15 minutes before going to work in the morning. They can walk during breaks and can even walk 20 minutes during their lunch break. they can walk to a bathroom that is further away and just find more reasons to get steps in. and this doesn’t even factor in the available time after work. It’s super easy to get 7,000 to 8,000 steps per day. Now, as for 12,000 or more, well, I can see how that could be very difficult…

[@johnstamos4629]

@polletpower yeah but if all you do is walk, eventually youll look like a meatball with toothpick legs. Running is key

[@TickleMeTimbers]

this video is only useful to people who are new to exercise. all he talks about is how picking up high intensity exercise risks giving you injuries and breaking you down if you haven't learned and built up a solid base and skill to do it. there you go. half hour of your life saved. yawn. here's some real advice: if you have pain and injuries running, see a movement specialist and do what they tell you to. you need to train specific ways. you are not supposed to get injuries from running humans have been doing it for probably hundreds of thousands of years. also if you're not losing weight running it's because your cortisol is going to be too high for too long, lower the intensity or do fewer bouts of high intensity. bouts of cortisol is very good for you but very bad for you when it's sustained. you can feel it in your chest, just below your ribcage. it comes in waves. pay attention.

[@walking.phoenix]

I've opted for hiking as my cardio outlet after years of "wanting" to run, but never ever going. Haha 🥾⛰☀

[@nancyinthegarden3160]

I believe walking is better all the way bc it’s best on skeleton, mindset, stress relief, relaxation, anxiety instead of pumping up your mind and stressing about how fast and how far you’re performing. it’s all not necessary. Go for a walk everything we do doesn’t have to be a dash in our lives. You’ll do it longer in life if you enjoy it

[@hernanveigalima2131]

Nice ❤

[@LifeAsAThomas]

Well said! 👏

[@rogere5585]

I need to lose 30lbs speed walking uphill doesn’t raise my HR above 120.

[@hernanveigalima2131]

@rogere5585 f,if i where you i would eat less

[@thorragnarok2861]

U forgot to play pokemon go. Its amazing for that too. 10k step counter + Pokemon Go + Doobie or Drink Or Podcast/Music = 25 lbs down , 5,000 pokèmon caught and over 500 miles walked 😂. In 3 months. Best Summer Ever ❤❤❤