Walking vs running

Walking vs running. Both count as cardio — the best one is the one you'll keep doing.

🚶 Walking vs 🏃 Running:

• Intensity: 🚶 Walking — moderate; 🏃 Running — vigorous
• Joint impact: 🚶 Walking — low; 🏃 Running — higher
• Time efficiency: 🚶 Walking — more minutes; 🏃 Running — fewer minutes
• Easy to start: 🚶 Walking — very; 🏃 Running — needs build-up
• Best for: 🚶 Walking — daily base activity; 🏃 Running — faster fitness gains

Sources

• CDC
• National Institute on Aging (NIH)

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