[bray]

So can we get the same effect from walking for 30 mins a day?

[RoosterRedux]

No. That is unless you can get your heart rate way up and get short of breath (i.e., like walking in the mountains).

Of course, any exercise is better than sitting on the couch. If you are a walker, try adding a wee bit of slow trotting (like almost jogging in place) and see what you think. Or add some rope jumping.

I started jumping rope as part of Crossfit and now love it. And believe me, I am not particularly coordinated and had never jumped rope.

[oh8eleven]

So can we get the same effect from walking for 30 mins a day?
I was a runner for 35 years. Had to quit in 2015 (prostate issues) at age 68, but until then, all my "vital signs" - cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, BP, etc., were good.
So instead of running I started walking 30 minutes a day and even though my numbers weren't great, they were still good.
Your results may vary.

[ladyjane]

The latest walking studies looked at number of steps and found that walking improved longevity. Seven thousand steps were the best but they found benefits for even 3 or 4 thousands steps a day. While 7k was optimal, anything beyond that didn’t increase longevity.

[DPMD]

Democrats want to know if running at the mouth qualifies.

[VideoDoctor]

So can we get the same effect from walking for 30 mins a day?

YES!... according to TWO doctors I know directly.

20 to 30 minutes of increased cardiovascular by simply WALKING 5 times per week is as beneficial as jogging, stationary bike, etc.

They're point: Increased activity that allows the heart to pump more blood is an EXERCISE in and of itself that is HIGHLY BENEFICIAL to your HEALTH and HEART.

The challenge... just finding the time to DO IT!