Is it better to walk or run?
Many people think that jogging is better than walking because it burns more calories. So is jogging or walking actually better? Let's find the answer below.
According to Dr. Nguyen Huy Hoang, Vietnam - Russia High Pressure Oxygen Center (Ministry of Defense), walking is one of the gentle forms of exercise, suitable for most people, including the elderly, those with chronic diseases or those who do not have much time to exercise. When exercising, you should start walking at a moderate speed, then gradually increase. Drink plenty of water before and after walking to prevent dehydration.
Walking can also help you burn calories, but less than jogging. Walking or jogging properly both help improve health and develop muscles. Depending on your preferences and underlying medical conditions, each person will have the appropriate choice.
According to recommendations, everyone should exercise at a moderate intensity, at least 150 minutes per week. Healthy people should walk 3 km or more per day to maintain health. When exercising, you should start walking at a moderate pace, then gradually increase the speed to increase flexibility, burning more calories.
You can listen to music, change your walking route or invite someone to walk with you to have more motivation and avoid giving up halfway. When you feel tired, exhausted, or out of breath, you should stop and rest, do not exercise too hard.
In case of chronic illness or health problems, you should consult your doctor for a suitable and safe exercise regimen. For example, the elderly should do light exercise indoors, in a covered place or if going outdoors, they should wear a hat, warm clothes, scarf, gloves.
People who have had a stroke or high blood pressure should limit sports such as swimming, diving, mountain climbing, and running; prioritize simple sports such as walking, yoga, and badminton.
Office workers are at risk of bone and joint diseases, back pain, stress and tension. Maintaining the habit of walking 30 minutes a day helps improve health, develop muscles and effectively support weight loss.
Note, in winter, you should limit going out early in the morning and exercising in cold weather. You should warm up thoroughly before exercising to warm up the body, relax the muscles and joints to avoid cramps and injuries./.
