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mmj, San Francisco

How can I make the most out of a lunchtime workout? I don't belong to a gym but I like to walk.

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Debi Pillarella, MEd Responds:

Here are some great ways to get moving on your lunch hour:

Add some resistance. Resistance bands are a low-cost, time-efficient way to work the upper- and lower-body muscles. To incorporate them into your walk, tie a band around your waist. Midpoint on your walk, stop and complete some upper- and lower-body exercises with the band to tone and firm the muscles for a few minutes and then complete your walk.

Try a change of pace. Use a stopwatch and alternate “casual walking” and “speed walking” every few minutes. Varying the pace not only makes your workout more exciting, but also burns more calories.
 
Grab a buddy. Enjoy good conversation and make time pass faster while walking with a coworker, partner, or friend. Having a walking buddy also keeps you motivated to get moving on days when you need a little nudge.

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