Walking vs Running: what’s better?

Calories Burned Running burns more per minute. Walking burns steadily over time.

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Joint Impact Walking = low impact. Running = more stress on knees & ankles.

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Heart Health Both improve fitness. Running builds endurance faster.

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Weight Loss Running = quicker results. Walking = easier to sustain.

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Injury Risk Walking = low risk. Running = higher risk (poor form).

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Beginner Friendly Walking = great start. Running = needs base fitness.

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Time Efficiency Short on time? Run. More time? Brisk walk.

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Final Take Best choice = what you can do consistently

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