For some, walking may seem too simple to be an effective form of exercise. But if you play your cards right, this familiar movement can be a lean, mean, weight-loss-generating machine. While a casual 10-minute stroll won’t do it, you don’t need to spend hours on your feet, either.

“You should aim for about three to five sessions of cardio a week that are around a half hour,” Courtney Meadows, an NASM-certified personal trainer and fitness coach, said. “For beginners, even walking 10 minutes a day is a great place to start. Increasing your walking time by just five minutes will get you there.” Continue reading…

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