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Yesterday i strapped on a pedometer and found that i walked more than 16000 steps at 3.5 kph. if i walk this much daily will this help me lose weight?
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Yes: If possible add some sprints to that for 30 seconds
Answered 11/14/2016
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Mix it up: Sure will! Hiking is really great in resetting your body for health and controlling your appetite. However, with time expended and same effect on same joints everyday, you might want to vary activities and perhaps get a personal trainer who can find more efficient use of time.
Answered 12/16/2016
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