How Far Should You Walk Each Day?

Walking is a form of low impact, moderate intensity exercise that has a range of health benefits and few risks. As a result, the CDC recommend that most adults aim for 10,000 steps per day . For most people, this is the equivalent of about 8 kilometers, or 5 miles.

How many miles should I walk a day to lose weight?

Walking 10 miles per day is an effective way to support weight loss. Traditionally, it was thought that to lose 1 pound (0.45 kg), you must burn roughly 3,500 calories more than your intake over a given time period.

Is walking 3 miles a day good?

Walking at least 3 miles an hour counts as moderate exercise. You'll need 2.5 hours of this level every week, so many experts recommend 30 minutes a day, five days a week.