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JAPAN, JUL 17 – Japanese walking involves alternating fast and slow paces for 30 minutes and improves cardiovascular health with less joint stress, experts say.
- In 2004, Japanese researchers conducted the first investigation of the Japanese walking technique and discovered that it enhanced heart health and physical capabilities in elderly individuals.
- The method gained renewed attention after a 2007 study showed alternating three-minute intervals of fast and slow walking better lowered blood pressure and built muscle than continuous moderate walking.
- A five-month study of 246 adults aged 63 on average divided participants into no training, interval walking training , and continuous moderate walking groups, with the IWT group gaining 13% and 17% increases in knee flexion and an 8% increase in aerobic capacity plus greater blood pressure reduction.
- Experts advise walking intervals at 70% to 85% of maximum heart rate, described as a 6 or 7 out of 10 effort, possibly offering around five percent more health benefits than steady walking, while emphasizing the need to get out and walk regardless of method.
- Japanese walking offers a joint-friendly, time-efficient way to improve heart health, muscle strength, metabolism, and may be more sustainable than longer or more intense routines, though it is not a universal solution and benefits increase with regular practice.
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The Washington PostJust 30 minutes a day of ‘Japanese walking’ may help you get in shape
By Alexandra Frost For The Washington Post Walking can be a go-to solution for many of life’s challenges. Whether you’re stressed, depressed or simply need a low-impact way to get in shape, walking can help. As one of the most accessible exercise options out there, it’s suitable for a variety of people. One particular technique, known as interval walking training (IWT) or “Japanese walking,” is getting renewed attention after going viral on TikT…
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