If not don't worry as I'm about to teach you exactly the way in which it's performed. Anyone can power walk to boost their physical fitness and shed weight but the true strategy is definitely to be consistent and progress what you do on a regular basis.
Generally there are four different levels of walking and all of them have a very distinct technique. Basically level 1 is strolling and level 4 is what you might have seen as Olympic power walking. Level 2 and 3 fall somewhere in between.
For this example I'll explain how to do level 2.
Let's begin by looking at the lower body and the role it plays. Your feet must really be pointed a little out to the outside and whenever you step forwards you will need to pull your toes upwards towards your knees.
The speed you walk at should be that of rushing to get somewhere fast and your stride length a little longer and more dynamic than your normal walking speed.
Try to contract your buttocks as you walk. It can often help to imagine you are trying hold a coin between your buttock cheeks as this maintains the tension in the area.
Your stomach has to be drawn in and therefore held in tightly..
This is what your upper body does...
The arms are the things that takes walking from a regular wander to a purposeful and powerful power walk.
To build speed you really need to swing them, but straight forwards and back with no crossing the body mainly because this will slow you down and places too much stress on the muscles of the lower back and abdomen.
To generate acceleration swing your arms, and additionally bend the elbows somewhat. The arms should swing from the shoulder area and never flex and extend in the elbow.
Always keep your fingers in a slightly curled or straight position, but don't clench a fist as this will increase tension in the arms, shoulders and neck and may raise blood pressure noticeably.
Keep your chin up and keep smiling!
Just understand that on your very first power walk there are usually a few spots that could get a little achy and tight. The normal suspects are...
The front of the shins
The internal and outside hips
The low back
Across the shoulders
It's very usual for these places to get fatigued if power walking is fresh to you, but in time they are going to all develop the power and endurance required to manage quite adequately. If you notice any of these areas tightening up, then you should stop for a few minutes and stretch off.
Ignore going to the work out center and even nearby exercise class, if you want to slim down, tone up every one of your trouble spots not to mention feel good then set off outdoors for a power walk as often as possible.
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