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Burning Calories With Walking And Biking

Walking and biking are two of the most popular and inexpensive ways to stay fit. Along with being healthy and they also make very environment friendly ways of getting around. This kind of a workout is both popular and effective but some people prefer one over the other at times. Walking is considered to be a low impact form of exercise as it is more placid and gentle on the body. It strengthens both the upper and lower part of the body. Walking helps to tone your muscles and toughen up your ligaments especially the ones in your lower body. Walking can be one of the easiest ways to burn calories; it can be done in any kind of weather and has an effect on the entire body. By increasing your pace to a brisk walk or a semi jog you can also increase your energy levels. Walking programs can be easily drawn up according the persons age and the stamina so that it would not tire you out but instead give you the health benefit your require. Biking or cycling also is a very successful calorie burner. Cycling can increase the functioning of your muscles and tone them in a better way. Biking has more of an effect on the lower part of your body as your leg and calf muscles are being constantly moved and exercised. It is one of the easiest exercises after walking and it does not consume much of your time. You could pick a trail that you like and apart from burning calories being out in the open can also help to lift your spirits and help you relax. Nowadays indoor stationary bikes are also available and those work very well for people who are busy and have a tight schedule. Both walking and biking have their benefits, it can help you cut down you cholesterol and help to keep your weight in check, lower your blood pressure, cut down drastically on your calories and tone your body. There are some drawbacks too, like sore joints and muscles, cramps and pains in your foot, knee and calves. But in spite of these risks walking and biking are indeed very simple and efficient ways to stay fit. Being eco friendly, busy commuters can get a dual benefit if the walk out or cycle the distance to work that way you can get time to exercise and do your bit fight pollution and save the planet.

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