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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Health
- Daily Record
Try this 30 minute walking technique that is said to be 'better' than doing 10,000 steps a day
This 30 minute walking technique has been scientifcally proven to 'better' your overall health. Over the years there have been many different fitness workouts or hacks trending, but one that has always stuck around is the goal of walking 10,000 steps a day. However, with work schedules and everyday life getting in the way, this can sometimes feel like an unreachable goal. In order to try and complete this task, some people have found a range of creative ways to integrate the exercise into their lifestyle. Some people choose to incorporate more walks into their free time or breaks, while others are investing in walking pads to use while working or watching TV. However, if you can't seem to find a way to include this fitness goal into your everyday routine, one fitness coach has revealed a solution. This specific walking method has been proven to be 'better' for your overall health and will only take half an hour, reports the Mirror. Fitness coach Eugene Teo, who boasted over 401,000 followers on TikTok, has shared a study that suggests another walking technique could be more beneficial for our health and wellbeing. In his video, he said: "You've probably heard that you should walk 10,000 steps a day. But in 2007, Japanese researchers discovered a walking technique that gives you 10 times the benefits in just 30 minutes." Developed by researchers in Japan, the Japanese Interval Walking Technique - otherwise known as Intermittent Walking or Interval Walking Training - involves intervals of fast and moderate-paced walking. This method is said to enhance your cardiovascular fitness, metabolism and overall health. Eugene explained: "So instead of a 10,000 step target, you switch between three minutes of fast walking and three minutes of slow walking for five total sets. "The results were surprising. Compared to hitting 10,000 steps, this walking protocol showed 29 times boost over aerobic fitness, a ten times improvement in leg strength, and a three times improvement in blood pressure." According to the study, high-intensity interval walking could combat the increase in blood pressure and decrease in high muscle strength and aerobic capacity that comes with ageing. Eugene went on: "10,000 steps is still a fantastic target, but it takes around one to two hours of intentional movement. This protocol is just 30 minutes. All movement is medicine, but if you're short on time or want to get the most bang for your buck, this is for you." In the video's caption, he shared: "I know I can't be the only one who looks at my step count at the end of the day and feel like a failure. Some days, I get around 2,000 steps. I still aim for at least 8,000 a day - but sometimes, life just gets in the way. "But even if it's only an extra 3000 steps, this simple 30 minute protocol on my walking pad can make a huge difference." Only uploaded three days ago, the video currently has 5.9million views. After watching the video, some TikTok users shared their thoughts on the new walking technique, while others asked questions. One user asked: "What speed is fast and what speed is slow?", to which another person replied: "the fast walking normally is fast enough to still keeping a conversation while walking without short in breath. Mine is around 5/6 km/ h." Another person added: "I think this whole thing is getting misconstrued, yall need to be active, like everyday and that will yield fantastic results. Some days you'll hit 5k some days you'll hit 20k just stay active." This was followed by a fourth person saying: "I mean it makes sense it's like exercising with a rest but slightly different and less intense." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Walking technique may be 'better' than 10,000 steps and takes half an hour
A fitness coach has shared an alternative 30-minute walking technique that's been scientifically proven to be 'better' for your overall health than just walking 10,000 steps in one day, according to some studies Walking 10,000 steps or more in a day can often sound like an unreachable goal. While it's often considered the 'ideal' number of daily steps, it can sometimes seem too time-consuming to fit into your daily routine. People have been creative in trying to fit their step goals into their lifestyles, such as incorporating more walks into their free time or investing in a walking pad to use while watching TV or working at a desk. However, this solution might not suit everyone's lifestyle. To help people with their health goals, a fitness coach has revealed an alternative walking method that's been proven to be 'better' for your overall health. Fitness coach Eugene Teo, who boasts over 401,000 followers on TikTok where he shares fitness tips and tricks, has revealed a study that suggests another walking technique could be more beneficial. "You've probably heard that you should walk 10,000 steps a day," Eugene said in his video. "But in 2007, Japanese researchers discovered a walking technique that gives you 10 times the benefits in just 30 minutes." The Japanese Interval Walking Technique, also known as 'Intermittent Walking' or 'Interval Walking Training', was developed by researchers in Japan. It involves intervals of fast and moderate-paced walking to enhance cardiovascular fitness, metabolism, and overall health. Eugene explained: "So instead of a 10,000 step target, you switch between three minutes of fast walking and three minutes of slow walking for five total sets. "The results were surprising. Compared to hitting 10,000 steps, this walking protocol showed 29 times boost over aerobic fitness, a ten times improvement in leg strength, and a three times improvement in blood pressure." According to the study, high-intensity interval walking could combat the increase in blood pressure and decrease in thigh muscle strength and aerobic capacity that come with ageing. "10,000 steps is still a fantastic target, but it takes around one to two hours of intentional movement. This protocol is just 30 minutes," Eugene said. "All movement is medicine, but if you're short on time or want to get the most bang for your buck, this is for you." In the video's caption, he shared: "I know I can't be the only one who looks at my step count at the end of the day and feel like a failure. Some days, I get around 2,000 steps. I still aim for at least 8,000 a day - but sometimes, life just gets in the way. "But even if it's only an extra ~3000 steps, this simple 30 minute protocol on my walking pad can make a huge difference." As the video reached over five million views within just 48 hours, several viewers took to the comment section to share their thoughts on the walking technique and to ask questions. "What speed is fast and what speed is slow?" one viewer asked, to which another said: "the fast walking normally is fast enough to still keeping a conversation while walking without short in breath. Mine is around 5/6 km/ h." Another individual commented: "I think this whole thing is getting misconstrued, yall need to be active, like everyday and that will yield fantastic results. Some days you'll hit 5k some days you'll hit 20k just stay active."
