Disadvantages of Walking as an Exercise

Walking is a great fitness exercise that has many benefits to your health and overall well-being, but as with most exercises, it has some disadvantages.

  1. Weight Loss

    • Walking is a great workout, but when it comes to losing weight, it is a much-slower process in comparison to jogging or running. I

    Calories

    • Walking burns minimal calories. If a 145-pound person walks, runs and swims for 10 minutes each, the estimated calories burned are as follows:

      Walking (3 mph): 47 calories
      Swimming (moderate): 66 calories
      Running (10 mph): 197 calories.

    Time

    • Walking for exercise is surely time well spent, but if you don't have much time, it isn't a very efficient exercise. Running and jogging tones and strengthens your body twice as fast.

    Plain and Simple

    • Walking is plain and simple, which means it can easily get boring. To make it more exciting, listen to music or explore different trails. You can also challenge yourself by increasing distance and duration.

    Injuries

    • Although the risks are low, you can still injure yourself walking. To avoid injuries, wear proper shoes with enough flexibility and correct fitting.

    Benefits

    • Remember that walking will always have more advantages than disadvantages. Walking aids in maintaining your blood pressure, preventing depression, lowering stress levels and strengthening your muscles, bones and joints.