All you need for this are wrist or ankle weights.
Burn more calories
By adding these weights to your walking routine, you give your body that little bit of extra challenge, activating more muscles and increasing the benefits of a walk.
It works very simply: you attach the weights around your ankles. Thanks to ankle weights you increase your strength and your endurance. You make your muscles work extra hard during the walk, turning the walk into a workout. This makes a walk just a bit harder.
When using ankle weights of approximately 1 kilogram, a workout becomes approximately 10 percent heavier and you therefore also burn 10 percent more calories (you can hear how many calories that is in the video below). A win-win situation!
Experience
Please note: it is not recommended to simply walk with ankle weights without much walking experience. The ankle weights change the walking mechanics and therefore the control of your muscles. This can increase the risk of injuries during a walk. First try to walk regularly and build up slowly with the weights. Always listen carefully to your body. If you experience pain or discomfort, stop immediately and consider using lighter weights. Don’t use the weights every time you walk to give your muscles the chance to recover.
Fortunately, it is not an expensive expense. You can get a pair for your ankles for around 13 to 14 euros. These weights are designed to be worn comfortably around the ankles and add extra resistance to your movements.
Enjoy a walk in the open air. It’s delicious and it also burns calories. How much do you actually burn with an hour of walking? Walking vloggers Eva and Nicola have the answer:
Bron: People.com
10 november 2023
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