Today is so grey and chilly, but I kind of love it to be honest! The weather is so relaxing and calming when it is like this. Don’t get me wrong, I loveeee the sun… but sometimes it is nice to appreciate different kinds weather as well. 🙂
This morning I totally wanted to just cozy up in bed, but somehow I dragged myself up and went for a nice pre-breakfast power walk. There really is nothing like walking by the ocean in the morning… just the best!
Power walking is so so so good for you. I actually can’t get over how great it is for your body, and all the amazing benefits that it has.
Want to know why you should mix power walking into your fitness routine? Well, here’s the skinny:
- Power walking burns fat even FASTER than if you are jogging!!! Whattt??? Yes, you heard me. Burns. More. Fat.
- It is easier on your joints! I don’t know if any of you are prematurely elderly (like myself lol) but when I start to get sore joints from jogging, I switch to speed walking and it always feels much better.
- Stress levels are lowered! Power walking gives you some alone time, where you can redirect your focus away from any nasty stressy things in your life. Everyone needs some “me” time! Including ME! (See what I did there?? hehe)
- Total body workout! Power walking has some exaggerated arm movements and this works out way more of those sexy muscles.
If all these health benefits aren’t enough to get you up and moving in the morning, think about this: How much easier is it to walk than it is to run. You literally don’t even have to pick up your feet! I may or may not have used that thought to motivate me to stop being a sloth and get out of bed this morning. 😛
Sometimes I just trick my mind and tell myself something is WAY easier than it actually is, so that I am not intimidated and just get out and do it. Try it… it is surprisingly effective haha!
Now, how do you power walk?
- “Heel, ball, toe” is the order your should stride in. Do quick steps like these and concentrate on planting your heel at the beginning of each step and propelling yourself through the step.
- Avoid taking super long strides, it is best to keep them quicker/shorter and more controlled.
- Bend your elbows at about 90 degrees, and do an exaggerated arm swing. I always feel so ridiculous when I do this, but whatever… haters gonna hate! 😉 Girl is getting her power walk on.
- Keep your core engaged! Your tummy should be tight and strong while power walking.
- GLUTES!!! Right so tighten those glutes, to make sure your entire core is working.
And go for it! I also love power walking because it is really fun to do with your friends. It is way easier to talk when you are not doing quick jogging to running intervals and just power walking instead. I usually go for 30 – 45 minutes depending on how I feel!
Do you guys ever power walk? What do you think? Let me know in the comments below. <3
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Great advice!!! I need to do this … even if we have a foot of snow, which is most of our winters, I just need to go for it it!!
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Haha that is tricky!! It can be difficult in the snow, be careful! <3
Love a good power walk! I have the same shoes 🙂
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They are the best!!
I love to power walk much more than run. I wish our landscape looked like this. We live in the hill country and that’s killer.
Hills are so good for cardio though!! 😛 Still, definitely way harder haha.
How utterly gorgeous do you look in these photos! I was pretty stiff after doing a triathlon on Sunday so I did a powerwalk yesterday…I really enjoyed it as I actually had the energy to look at the beautiful scenery around me!
Congrats!!! That is unreal! I think you deserve a few days off at least!!
I need to do some power walking! I was going to do some walking today, but it rained ALL DAY!! BTW, you have a great view where you walk!
Rain can get in the way a lot here in Vancouver too. Thank you!! I love the view 🙂
I run and do sprints which also burn mega calories and fat. I love your outfit!!!
I also love interval training! Thanks, it is my fave workout gear 🙂
I need to do a lot more walking.
That view of the ocean is stunning! And I have those exact nike’s. They’re super cute and I cannot wait to style them on my blog.
-Kate
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No way!! I love these shoes 🙂 Yes the view is pretty unreal here, so lucky!
Great advice! I’ve taken a few months off of exercising and it shows… 😀 Can’t wait to get back into it next month!
Getting back into exercising after a break is always tough, you got this!! 🙂
Great post Robyn! I always start off power walking but then I bust out in a sprint..LOL I somehow feel like if i’m not running I’m not ‘doing anything’ and I like to make each workout count. Will have to try harder at power walking
Haha I have admittedly done that before too. It defs takes some practice!
Robyn, you are my hero. I hear all this garbage about running and it irritates me. I despise running, but have been an avid power walker for 30 years. During that time, I have maintained a 70 lb. weight loss. I’m so glad to hear others out there who feel much the same way about the benefits of power walking.
Congratulations!!! That is a great accomplishment. Power walking is the way to go for sure.