Walking VS Running

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itsxdesirae
itsxdesirae Posts: 1
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I can feel it more in my legs when I speed walk at an incline vs when I run...is walking working my muscles more or just differently?

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  • lpendleton58
    lpendleton58 Posts: 285 Member
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    IMO, just differently, esp on an incline. More importantly for me, less pounding on the joints
  • jacksdad1965
    jacksdad1965 Posts: 7 Member
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    Yeah I prefer to walk on an incline because I get pain in my knees when running and I believe it's just as effective well it works for me any way lol
  • AlexanderLeRitz
    AlexanderLeRitz Posts: 33 Member
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    Running is really hard on my ankles and knees. When I do use a treadmill I tend to do a massive incline at a brisk walking pace. Still a very good workout in my humble opinion.
  • BULLET9992
    BULLET9992 Posts: 53 Member
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    When I run, I only run for 5min at a time at a decent pace. Up & downmy slightly inclined driveway. On a special day I also do sprints & a 2nd run. But that's only because I'm wanting to become a state trooper & its part of the 6mo training to run when I get accepted. I also prefer waling. I walk up & down inclines for 8hr a day& have no joint pain. But I'm a healthy 22yr old male, so that helps lol. In my opinion, walking is the better option, however if you incorporate short sprints into it, you may see a strength gain as well as your cardio. Just do what feels right to your body & your golden.
  • TBargar101
    TBargar101 Posts: 30 Member
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    Walking works your muscles differently. As others have noted, running is a bit harder on the joints because there is more downward force with each step relative to walking.

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