Can You Lose Weight by Walking an Hour a Day?

In today’s video we’re answering the question can you lose weight by walking an hour a day?

The answer is yes, absolutely, as long as some other criteria are met.

Research published in 2016 showed that walking burns more calories than previously thought. So, should you prioritize walking as part of your healthy weight loss plan?

Watch the video and find out!

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TIME STAMPS
0:30s How does a person lose weight?
2:50 How many calories does an hour of walking burn?
3:50 Is walking for one hour per day enough to lose weight?
5:00 The reason walking is so helpful for weight loss
5:32 How much weight will you lose from walking an hour per day?

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About me: I’m a Strength Coach and Personal Trainer, and I love my job. I have degrees in Kinesiology and Exercise Physiology, and have been helping people get stronger and move better full-time since 2009. Through working with all kinds of different people ranging from elite basketball athletes to active seniors, I’ve learned that the “secret” to effective training is to take a long-term approach. The day you stop training is the day you stop improving, so training programs must be structured in a way that keeps our joints healthy and mind engaged while we build a strong and powerful body. Through sharing information and training tips here, I hope to help more people train for the rest of their lives.

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Disclaimer: All information here is for informational, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be construed as personal exercise advice.

[basikboy]

I walk 60-90 minutes just about every day and eat at a calorie deficit and have lost 60lbs in 5 months. People don't realize just how effective walking is.

[deborahbridgeforth]

I’ve been walking 10, 00 steps a day five days a week for 5 months. Starting weight was 243 I’m down 208.
I’m proud of myself

[sharpenrightservicesllc]

In January 2021 I committed to walking every morning. When I started I weighed 216. I started with walking a mile each day. After a few months I started doing 2 miles. then 3, then 4. I have been doing 5 miles a day for over a year. I am at 155lbs. Now it is a habit and I walk no matter the weather. I feel great.

[NikkiGRocksEver]

Absolutely yes. I walk about an hour a day. Sometimes more. I love walking so much I feel like I can walk forever. I have lost 62 pounds. My goal is to lose 60 more. I made significant lifestyle changes. I have changed my mindset for the better. It’s about being the best version of me.

[istarhabeen]

You WILL lose weight and I can confirm that since I've lost over 30 kgs in a short period of time. Walking is the best exercise for weight loss, better mental health, anti-aging (combined with sunscreen), better self-esteem, good sleep, lower blood pressure/cholesterol/insulin, boosts fertility, firmer body, less eating (good for those who binge eat like me) and much more. I promise you all of that will show if you walk 1-2 hours a day 5-6 days. Just make sure you have a good pair of shoes.🙂

[mody]

I don't need gym or an extreme diet all I need is to walk everyday for one hour to lose weight and reach my desirable weight. This is my 8th month and I was 260 pounds but now I'm 180 pounds 👊🏽

An update: Only few days left and I'll be completing 12 months. My current weight is 165 pounds (75 kgs) 🤜🏽

[ProudtobeaCanuck]

I started walking 10, 000 steps 5 days a week back in March. I’ve lost 18 pounds so far. It’s been 3 months.

[jcevur]

-Walking is good
-Brisk walking is better
-Brisk walking on inclines (stairs, treadmill etc.) is best!

[seamusmcevoy]

This was very interesting, thanks for posting. My own experience is simple, back in September 2020 I weighed 16 stones (224 lbs) and I was shocked to be honest. I started walking 30 minutes a day every day irrespective of what I had on. I have built this up to 70 minutes, once again irrespective of what else I am doing that day, and I now weigh 13 st 9lbs (190 lbs). The only thing I have changed is that I walk every day, no change in diet or more exercise than I was already doing except the walking. I'm extremely pleased with the results, as is my wife!!!!

[rusticski]

Anyone feeling discouraged I’ve lost 30lbs walking 15k steps four days a week whilst eating in a calorie deficit. It’s taken me 8 months

[kryptosCipherOfficial]

Thanks for the calculator man. My fitbit says 150 more calories than the calculator. I love my daily walks. I walk 1 hour and 20 minutes everyday. I lost 19KG within 3 months. Did resistance training and proper diet. Its not that difficult guys. Just have discipline and consistency. DONT GIVE UP!!!!

[Ogdensnutgoneflake]

For just over 2 months I have been walking 6 miles 6 days a week. Been averaging 30+ miles a week. Benefits have been both physical and mental. I have lost weight and no longer in pain (have fibromyalgia). It has been life changing and a workout that is sustainable. Recommend to everyone the benefits of taking up walking

[EyezofMoe]

Started my personal weight loss journey to better my health. Started out at 294, 5 weeks later I’m at 273. 3 protein shakes per day and 1 protein bar. Steps are currently up to 12k per day. I’m grateful that it’s working for me. Already had to go down a size in my work uniform. Keep pushing through!

[MsLeahCEO]

I’m on my 3rd month of walking 40-50 minutes in my apartment complex… feeling great I can tell I’ve lost some weight. My mood is better and blood pressure went down. My scale went out and I haven’t checked again since month 1. Will update comment once I get a scale!

[SiriusStarGazer]

walking to lose weight and cutting back on calories is like magic.! I mean its unbelievable when you see the changes in your body just by walking, especially your stomach. You want to know if its that simple.

[kevindavidchristian]

I started diet a week ago, loss 2 kg already (94 kg ➡️ 92 kg).
Walking for 2 hours (mostly b4 bed), and ate 900 calories + 3 liter water or green tea a day . Most hardest thing so far is control the appetite at night lol.
My goal is 70 kg .
Wish me luck 😤

[najhongflanax]

Ive been been walking in the morning for 1 hour for 1 month now.i started at 106kg.now im at 96 kg..i also avoided sugar filled drinks and beer😢(my fave)..now im going to 1hr and 30mins of walking..👍👍👍🏃

[bobbowie]

Walking is fun. I love being outside. Gift of life. Never take it for granted. Just wear sunscreen.

[MZBENNE]

I only walked for an hour everyday for My first ever weight loss in 2015. I was able to keep in shape by walking until 2019 when Covid hit. I let my self go for a while and now, I am back to walking every day.

Walking is the cheapest exercise.
You get in shape without any body aches😩.

[janetapate]

Great video.
I weigh 243.
I weigh 212.
My goal weight is 130.
I know in the heart. I will get there. I'm a very strong person. I keep pushing myself.