There’s a sense that you have to pick a side when it comes to incline walking vs running. And while we don’t think it has to be an either-or approach, understanding the pros and cons of each can help you understand which might be better for your health goals.
On one side, there’s incline walking: a low-impact but highly effective workout that’s surged in popularity over the last few years, in part thanks to the viral 12-3-30 workout. Created by fitness influencer Lauren Giraldo, the method involves setting your incline on a treadmill (or walking pad) to 12% incline and walking at three miles an hour for 30 minutes. It took off in 2020 and remains popular to this day. And for good reason - it genuinely delivers results. Running comes with its own benefits, too, though. From boosting cardiovascular health to burning calories and busting stress, the list goes on.
