Which muscles does the brisk walking work?

The brisk walking mainly works your cardio. It also involves your calves.

How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the brisk walking in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the distance and the time. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Brisk Walking: how to do it and muscles worked

The brisk walking mainly works your cardio, with help from your calves. You need bodyweight (no equipment).

Muscles worked

Main

Cardio

Helping

Calves

How to do the brisk walking

1
Wear supportive shoes and warm up with a few minutes of easy walking. Stand tall with your head up and shoulders relaxed.
2
Quicken your pace so your heart rate rises and you can talk but not sing. Take quick, medium-length steps and bend your arms at 90 degrees, swinging them front to back.
3
Breathe deeply and rhythmically. Keep up the pace for your set time, then slow down for a few minutes to cool down.

Form tip: Take quicker steps rather than longer ones, which strain your shins. Slow down if you feel dizzy or have chest pain.

Common questions

Which muscles does the brisk walking work?: The brisk walking mainly works your cardio. It also involves your calves.
What equipment do I need for the brisk walking?: You need bodyweight (no equipment).
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the brisk walking in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the distance and the time. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

More cardio exercises

General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.