Off to the gym - need some quick advice

Calliope610
Calliope610 Posts: 3,783 Member
edited January 21 in Fitness and Exercise
Ok, so I have been going to the gym about 3-4x/wk to do C25K on the treadmill for 40min. I also walk my dog 2x/day for 25min. I will re-start SL5x5 next week. My question is as far as the cardio goes, is walking (3.5mph at 2% incline) more beneficial (as far as fat burning) than C25K at a slower pace?

I really enjoy the walking, and think once I lose more weight (I'm 214 now), the running and stride will come easier.

What do y'all think?

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  • kirabob
    kirabob Posts: 481 Member
    Walking is just as good as running for the stage you are at right now - you might need to walk a bit longer, but if you are enjoying yourself, just keep doing it.
  • Calliope610
    Calliope610 Posts: 3,783 Member
    I just walked 40min at 3.7mph, 3.0-3.5 incline and burned 350 cals, about 100 more than I have been burning doing C25K. I think I will continue with the hi-intensity walks..
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