Incline walking- how much should I be doing?

[bo91]

@robinlynn1976 this made me feel better as someone who frequently hovers around the 5 incline level!

 

[robinlynn1976]

@bo91 5 incline is a great level! I just really don’t think you have to go so extreme to get good results!

 

[edac]

@godsgraceisenough2013 I do in incline 12 at 6km/Hr for 20 minutes as a bolt-on to my lifting class. I hate cardio but this gets the job done efficiently, especially as I’m already at the gym to do it. Otherwise, I prefer to power walk outside in nature

 

[19nanny55]

@godsgraceisenough2013 I rarely bump it above 10. I actually prefer 5 at a 3.5-3.7. I change it up based on how I'm feeling that day and just pay attention to my HR. A good fat burning zone seems to be at around 140bpm so I adjust the Incline and/or speed accordingly to keep it in the sweet spot.

Sounds like you're off to a great start. Keep it up!

 

[vvmii04]

@godsgraceisenough2013

1. some people recommend 12-15 not because it’s easy! it’s probably challenging for them too
2. you’re a self-professed super beginner. probably some of those people are not. don’t worry about it too much