We all know that exercise is good for the body and mind. Regular exercise brings with it a whole host of benefits, from building muscle to preventing heart disease. It is only important to choose the form of exercise that suits your needs and desires, and the simplest and most popular forms of exercise are walking and running. If you are not sure which activity to choose, the advantages and disadvantages of both, presented below, can help you.
Walking
Benefits of walking
It is very simple and does not cost much. Walking is great exercise regardless of your current condition physical fitness. In addition, you do not need to buy expensive equipment and various accessories, although it would not be bad to invest in good shoes for walking comfortable and safe. Walking is low-impact exercise. This means that it is a joint-friendly exercise and an ideal choice even for those who are just starting out a healthier life.
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Regular walking makes it possible to achieve various health and fitness goals. Among other things, it helps regulate blood pressure and is suitable if you are recovering from a physical injury. It is also great for anyone who wants to lose extra pounds and stay in great shape. It also has a beneficial effect on reducing stress.
Disadvantages of walking
You may not be able to reach some of the more advanced objectives by walking. If you are used to it more intense forms of exercise, such as running, swimming, boxing..., you may find that walking is not an intense enough activity to achieve your goals. It is possible that you will not burn the desired number of calories. Walking is not as intense as running, so obviously walking won't burn the same amount of calories in the same amount of time as running.
Run
Benefits of running
Running allows you to in the same period of time burn more calories like walking. For example, if you plan to lose extra pounds in a short period of time, running is the form of exercise you should choose. Due to its intensity, you can burn the desired number of calories in a much shorter time. That's why running is good for busy individuals who don't have much free time for extended exercise. Running is just as cheap as walking. You really don't need to shell out a lot of money for gear, but here again we suggest investing in quality sneakers.
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Disadvantages of running
Running is not ideal for someone who is just decided to exercise regularly, especially for someone who has been sitting for a long time. It is a good idea to choose a less intense exercise first. Over time, as you become more fit, you can opt for a more intense form of exercise, such as running. There is when running risk of injury. Because it is a high-intensity exercise, there is a greater chance of strain, sprain or any other injury.
