Moving Arms While Walking Or Not?

twistyshakes
twistyshakes Posts: 30 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
So, I know everyone says to move your arms while walking because it exhausts more energy. It's all over the Internet and everything.

But then awhile ago I stumbled upon this on Cracked:
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So now I'm confused. Should I move my arms or shouldn't I?
Or does it not matter at all?

I know, Cracked isn't really the best site to get your weight loss tips from. But hey, what can I do? I'm really gullible :tongue:

Replies

  • lunapetu0311
    lunapetu0311 Posts: 96
    That's funny. Have you ever tried walking without moving your arms? Doesn't feel comfortable (or look attractive), haha!!

    The only thing I can think of is that not moving your arms restricts your body's momentum to move forward so that in turn uses more energy?

    I say keep moving your arms :)
  • MysteriousMerlin
    MysteriousMerlin Posts: 2,270 Member
    My hands and fingers swell if I don't swing them
  • nuttyfamily
    nuttyfamily Posts: 3,394 Member
    Do it both ways wearing a HRM and report on your findings :)
  • Leadfoot_Lewis
    Leadfoot_Lewis Posts: 1,623 Member
    Or does it not matter at all?

    It doesn't...

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