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Is 2 hrs of walking daily too much? i've heard it could cause muscle loss

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Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Possibly ok: Walking 2 hours a day might be ok if the following are true: you have built up to this distance/duration gradually and don't feel during or afterward; nothing hurts when/after you have walked this much; you are not obese such that this much weight bearing could be a strain on your joints. Consider how our ancestors were likely walking around all day! Go at it slowly, listen to your body. Stay well

Answered 9/21/2015

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not likely: Unless your caloric intake is so low that your are burning more calories then your are taking in. That's a great habit for keeping G you active. I congratulate you on your efforts.

Answered 10/31/2015

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