When my young daughters are in bed and I want to get my steps in but can’t leave the house, I love nothing more than an indoor walking workout.
It’s a great way to boost heart health, improve cardiovascular fitness and mood, and I know that I’ll feel so much better by the end.
One of my health goals this year is to improve my balance and increase my bone density, and walking can help with both.
I recently tried this walking session by YanaFit, a fitness influencer who is known for having one of the most popular 10,000-step workouts on YouTube.
Here’s my verdict on the 51-minute session.
Cardio doesn’t have to mean jumping
You don’t stop moving during this 7,000-step walking workout, which includes moves like air punches and standing crunches.
This constant low-impact movement translates into an excellent cardio session, without any jumping.
By the end of the 51 minutes, I was feeling hot, sweaty and ready for a shower.
It challenged my co-ordination and concentration
The workout combines cross-lateral exercises (moving from one side to the other) and contra-lateral exercises (moving opposing limbs in different directions), which kept me on my toes.
The shoulder taps, side steps and knee-to-elbow moves challenged both my coordination and concentration. When I finished, I felt focused and refreshed.
It’s best for beginners
If you’re new to exercise or coming back after a break, this walking workout is great.
I enjoyed it but it could have been a bit more challenging, especially as one of my goals this year is to improve my bone density.
Next time I do the workout I’ll be adding some heavier resistance, using a couple of dumbbells or my weighted vest, which is better for stimulating bone growth.
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