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Neil Shaw

Fitness expert explains latest exercise trend that burns calories and boosts heart health

Searches for a “walking workout” are surging as people across the UK look for a lower intensity form of exercise which helps maintain fitness levels, whilst avoiding risk of injury or fatigue. The ‘walking workout’ is also currently trending on TikTok, with the #walkingworkout hashtag racking up 51.6 million views on the app and counting.

According to the NHS website, "walking briskly can help you build stamina, burn excess calories and make your heart healthier."

Abigail Roberts, Sports Nutritionist at bulk.com, said: "Walking is a type of cardiovascular physical activity, often performed at a moderate-low intensity, that does not exert excess strain on joints which are susceptible to injury.

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