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Walking for Weight Loss (and Cardio)

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Walking for Weight Loss (and Cardio) We’re right smack in the middle of the pandemic lock-down - and you’re cut off from lots of your favourite activities.   We’re in luck as spring is coming (really … I’m sure it’s going to get warmer) and that opens up more options for outdoor movement for both cardio and weight loss. Today, we’re going to take a look at the basics of movement for weight loss and cardio - and we’ll focus on walking - which is something most everyone can take on - even if you are starting out slowly. First - let’s just get grounded in reality and what you can expect from a weight loss perspective from taking this on.   From the basics: a pound of fat equals 3,500 calories. So to lose 1 pound per week, you need to burn 500 more calories per day than you eat.   These metabolic basics are critical during these pandemic times when may of us are also experimenting with new baking recipes, sourdough creations, and learning how to “work from home withou