
30 Min Walking Workout for Cardio & Strength: 30 Sec Intervals
- Duration
- 30 min
- Level
- Beginner
- Body Focus
- Full Body
- Est. Calories
- ~123 kcal
A 30-minute low-impact walking workout alternating 30 seconds of walking with 30 seconds of cardio, with optional light weights.
After a quick warm-up, this walking workout alternates 30 seconds of walking pace with 30 seconds of a cardio exercise. There are 12 exercises, repeated for a second set, before a quick cool down. Optional light hand or wrist weights tone the arms; the instructor wears 1-pound wrist weights and advises no more than 2 or 3 pounds. The video runs about 31 minutes.
Who Is It For?
Seniors and beginners who want a low-impact cardio session they can do at home, with optional light weights for the arms.
Who Is It Not For?
Not ideal if you want a high-intensity or heavy strength workout; this is a gentle, low-impact interval format.
Key Benefits
Raises your heart rate and steps in a joint-friendly way, and optional light weights add gentle arm toning.
Things to Keep in Mind
Keep any weights light (no more than 2 or 3 pounds), wear supportive shoes and check with your doctor if you have heart, balance or joint concerns.
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