Carrying Weights to Lose Weight

Walking is one of the best exercises going. It is easy, convenient, cheap, fun, and a great way to burn calories. But, people seem to want to improve a good thing, in this case, by using weights and doing arm exercises while walking. A study published in THE PHYSICIAN AND SPORTSMEDICINE journal found that using weights does increase the intensity of exercise during a walk. Mildly obese people who carried one-pound weights and did arm exercises while walking used up more calories than those who walked normally or those who walked and did arm exercises without weights. They also increased their heart rates to a greater extent. However, the increase in calories expended is small and must be balanced against the possibility of straining muscles in the arms or upper body. If you decide to use weights while walking, start slowly and avoid swinging your arms wildly to avoid getting hurt. If you want to know more about weight loss, effective weight loss supplements or products, or any other health issue, please visit my website clicking here.