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...HDL or good cholesterol levels, reduces the risk of osteoporosis and diabetes. A minimum of thirty minutes of walking, thrice a week is recommended. Those who have been mostly sedentary may begin with just ten minutes. But just how many walking calories does an individual burn?

The amount of calories burned increases with weight, shortness of the legs and speed. On an average a person weighing 150 pounds who walks at average speed is likely to burn approximately 80 calories per mile. The average speed is about 2 to 3 ½ miles an hour. A person weighing 200 pounds can count on burning around one third extra calories than a person weighing 150 pounds. Therefore the walking calories burned on a brisk walk which covers 3 ½ miles per hour are approximately 280 calories. Those who walk every day are likely to burn around 3900 calories every couple of weeks. This equals to the loss of about one pound of fat. For best results a walking exercise regimen must be combined with a balanced diet that consists of smaller portions and a lower level of sugar and fat. This will help to promote a healthier and fitter body. It is also easier to maintain this moderate range of weight loss. Diets that promote high weight loss rates usually involve loss of lean muscles and water, along with body fat.

The weight loss potential of walking is quite flexible. Once your fitness levels increase, you can enhance the intensity of your workout. You can raise the intensity of your walking program through brisk walking at 4 to 5 miles an hour and pumping the arms vigorously. The race walking calories burned are much higher. At speeds of 6 to 7 miles per hour, the body is on the verge of breaking into a jog. Continuing to walk by keeping one foot on the ground constantly uses up a higher amount of energy. You can keep a track of your walking progress by using a walking calories calculator. This helps you to evaluate your progress and also set proper goals.

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