Paul van den Bosch points out some pitfalls for those who start walking: Due to the high mechanical load, there High risk of injuryWalking fast can increase the load. It is important that you build it up very gradually. Start 2 Run It’s a good application here, and it still takes 8-10 weeks before you can walk continuously for half an hour or about 5 kilometers.”
The older you get, the more you have to pay attention to overload, plus age play it too Weight A big part is because gravity plays out and affects your tendons and joints every time your foot lands. With each step, your leg will have to deal with an impact of about 3 times your body weight. This is why it is highly recommended to buy a good running shoe with professional advice.
Because of our stance, we sometimes unconsciously load one leg more than the other, as our lab test shows. With Dominic and with me there is a difference. If you want to start walking, consider whether it fits your weight, and will help you if you’ve played ball sports in the past, says van den Bosch.
But with that we had the main drawback. Walking very easy It can be done at your doorstep – and it takes a short time for those with a busy schedule. And weather conditions play less of a role than cycling, for example.