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WALKING

Walking is the popular choice of exercising for millions of people of all ages. It is a low impact method of burning calories and getting in shape. Besides previously being a nationally ranked race walker, Therese Iknoian is an exercise physiologist. In her articles you will find inspirational information on walking techniques and strategies.


Treadmill Walking 101

Treadmill vs. outdoor walking - What's the difference in calorie use, muscle demands, psychology and speed. Therese Iknoian, creator of the Maximum Treadmill Workout audio workout tape, shares what she's learned so you can get a better workout.
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Pump Up the Walking Speed

Should I go slower or faster to burn more calories and fat on a walk? You may be surprised after everything you've heard about fat-burning workouts.
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Walking Technique Primer I
A walk to get a workout is a little different than a walk to admire the flowers. Here's the first few pointers from Therese Iknoian, author of the books Walking Fast and Fitness Walking.
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Walking Technique Primer II

Ah, so you want to know more? Here's where Therese gets into the next steps to help you get more workout from your walk.
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Heart Rate Training Terminology Made Easy

Do you get confused about what different training zones should mean to you … if anything? This story from Therese, the author of the chapter on walking in the book Precision heart Rate Monitoring, can help you clear things up.
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Why You Should Not Carry Weight When You Walk
So you think you'll get more out of work by schlepping along some hand weights? Well, think again. Therese Iknoian, the creator of Star Trac's Treadmill Trekking workout program, gives you the inside track on why not.
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Therese offers more stories and a place to get real advice at www.totalfitnessnetwork.com.



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