Walking 10,000 steps is equivalent to consuming 240 to 300 kcal of calories. The total caloric intake of the human body per day is about 1800 to 2000 kcal, and the caloric consumption is approximately equal to 1/1 of the total caloric intake. 7. For most people, excluding the calories consumed in normal life (about 1500~1700 kcal), walking 10,000 steps a day can just burn off the excess calories.

Healthy walking can not only prevent diseases and keep fit, but is also safe and reliable, with a low probability of muscle and ligament injuries. It is also simple and easy to do, does not require special sports equipment, and is suitable for all ages.

Extended information:

Walking is definitely a good way to exercise, but walking is divided into walking and brisk walking. Walking cannot achieve fitness effects, and only brisk walking can provide exercise.

Brisk walking has a good exercise effect on the cardiovascular, cerebrovascular and respiratory systems, and does minimal damage to the body. It is suitable for the elderly and people with chronic diseases.

To ensure the effectiveness of exercise, brisk walking should be at least 40 to 60 minutes each time. People who have just started exercising can gradually increase the duration.

When walking briskly, the heart rate should generally be maintained at 120 to 140 beats per minute, and sweating is optimal.

Reference material: People's Daily Online - Walk 10,000 steps a day to burn excess calories

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