{"id":43118,"date":"2025-07-06T10:22:14","date_gmt":"2025-07-06T10:22:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/43118\/"},"modified":"2025-07-06T10:22:14","modified_gmt":"2025-07-06T10:22:14","slug":"brisk-walking-vs-jogging-which-is-a-better-workout-for-weight-loss-lifestyle-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/43118\/","title":{"rendered":"Brisk walking vs jogging: Which is a better workout for weight loss? – Lifestyle News"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to losing weight, most of us are always looking for that perfect workout\u2014something simple, effective, and sustainable. And often, two options stand out: brisk walking and jogging. You don\u2019t need a fancy gym membership or expensive equipment. Just a pair of shoes, a bit of time, and some motivation to move from that comfortable couch.<\/p>\n

But which one\u2019s better for weight loss? Is a gentle walk enough to burn fat, or do you really need to sweat it out with jogging? It\u2019s a question many ask when starting their fitness journey or trying to get back on track after a break.<\/p>\n

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To help understand which one is better, we spoke to Vaibhav Daga, Consultant in Sports Medicine at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai, who explains how each option works, who it suits best, and how to get the most out of your routine.<\/p>\n

Brisk walking: Low-impact, high returns<\/strong><\/p>\n

Brisk walking, which is walking at about 80\u2013100 steps per minute, is a moderate-intensity aerobic activity that is easy to maintain over time.<\/p>\n

\u201cBrisk walking is an excellent choice for beginners or people with joint issues,\u201d says Daga. \u201cIt improves cardiovascular health, helps maintain a healthy weight, and is effective for managing chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes,\u201d he adds.<\/p>\n

A 70-kg person can burn roughly 140\u2013160 calories with just 30 minutes of brisk walking. It may not sound like much, but over weeks and months, this calorie burn adds up, especially when combined with a balanced diet and lifestyle.<\/p>\n

\u201cConsistency is the key here. Walking daily is far more effective than intense workouts that people do once in a while,\u201d adds Daga. \u201cIt\u2019s a sustainable way to stay active, and it doesn\u2019t put much stress on the body.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jogging: Higher intensity, faster burn<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jogging takes the intensity higher. It boosts heart rate, improves stamina, and burns more calories in less time. The same 70-kg person jogging for 30 minutes could burn around 240\u2013270 calories, almost double what walking burns.<\/p>\n

\u201cJogging is a time-efficient workout and great for people who are already active and want to accelerate weight loss,\u201d explains Daga. \u201cIt builds muscle endurance, strengthens the heart, and increases lung capacity.\u201d<\/p>\n

But with the higher intensity comes greater strain on joints. \u201cJogging places more stress on the knees, ankles, and hips, so it\u2019s not ideal for everyone, especially those with joint pain or injuries,\u201d warns Daga. \u201cIf you\u2019re new to exercise, it\u2019s better to start with walking and slowly introduce jogging intervals.\u201d<\/p>\n

Brisk walking vs jogging: Which is better for weight loss?<\/strong><\/p>\n

From a calorie-burning perspective, jogging clearly has the upper hand. But for long-term success, accessibility and sustainability matter just as much.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe best exercise is the one you enjoy and can continue doing regularly,\u201d says Daga. \u201cFor most people, especially those starting out or returning to fitness, combining brisk walking with short jogging intervals is a smart, balanced approach,\u201d he explains.<\/p>\n

Mixing both also helps prevent plateaus, keeps your workout routine engaging, and lowers the risk of injury.<\/p>\n

Both brisk walking and jogging support weight loss and improve overall health. Jogging may burn more calories quickly, but brisk walking is gentler and easier to sustain. The right choice depends on your fitness level, goals, and how your body feels.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no one-size-fits-all approach. The most effective workout is the one you can enjoy, recover from, and stick to everyday.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When it comes to losing weight, most of us are always looking for that perfect workout\u2014something simple, effective,…\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":43119,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[38],"tags":[33824,33823,1198,210,33822,15999,33829,33821,33830,67,132,68,33831,33828,33825,428,33826,33827],"class_list":{"0":"post-43118","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-fitness","8":"tag-best-cardio-for-fat-loss","9":"tag-brisk-walking-benefits","10":"tag-fitness","11":"tag-health","12":"tag-how-to-lose-weight","13":"tag-how-to-reduce-belly-fat","14":"tag-jogging-tips-for-beginners","15":"tag-jogging-vs-walking-for-weight-loss","16":"tag-low-impact-exercises-for-weight-loss","17":"tag-united-states","18":"tag-unitedstates","19":"tag-us","20":"tag-walking-and-jogging-routine","21":"tag-walking-for-belly-fat","22":"tag-walking-vs-jogging-calories-burned","23":"tag-weight-loss","24":"tag-weight-loss-exercises-at-home","25":"tag-which-is-better-jogging-or-walking"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@us\/114805797394590687","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43118","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=43118"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/43118\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/43119"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=43118"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=43118"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=43118"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}