Walking is one of the easiest ways to exercise. But did you know that walking on an incline on a treadmill can give your walk an extra boost?
Studies show that walking on an incline not only burns more energy, but also strengthens muscles and puts less strain on the joints than running. This makes walking on an incline suitable for improving your fitness and building strength.
Factors that affect your energy expenditure
The number of calories you burn walking on an incline on a treadmill depends on several factors:
✓ Body weight and height - The heavier and taller you are, the more calories you burn.
✓ Age and gender - Younger people and men often have a slightly higher calorie expenditure.
✓ Exercise intensity - Speed, duration, and incline determine how much energy you burn.
Want to exercise efficiently? Then walking on an incline on a treadmill is a convenient choice!
Why walking on an incline is more effective than walking on flat ground?
When you walk on an incline, your body has to work harder, which leads to a more effective workout.
✓ Higher energy expenditure - An incline of 5-10% can increase your calorie expenditure by 50% or more compared to walking on flat ground.
✓ Muscle activation - You intensively train your glutes, hamstrings, and calves, which helps build muscle.
✓ Low impact, high intensity - Ideal for those who want to exercise vigorously without putting heavy strain on the joints.
✓ Improved fitness and heart health - Your heart and lungs become stronger due to the increased exertion.
How many calories do you burn walking on an incline?
The exact energy expenditure depends on your weight, speed, and incline. Here is an indicative overview:
Walking on flat ground (5 km/h) → ±250 calories per hour
5% incline (5 km/h) → ±350 calories per hour
10% incline (5 km/h) → ±450 calories per hour
By simply increasing the incline, you burn more energy!
Walking on an incline with the Dreaver Elevate Pro
Do you want to benefit from walking on an incline without being dependent on the weather or hilly terrain? The Dreaver Elevate Pro is specially designed for walking and training with an automatically adjustable incline, allowing you to easily increase the intensity.
✓ Speed up to 12 km/h - Suitable for both walking and more intensive workouts
✓ Automatic incline up to 10% - Adjust the intensity while you walk
✓ Stable and comfortable running surface - For a safe and pleasant workout
✓ Handrail and safety clip - For extra stability and confidence during use
Start walking on an incline today!
Do you want to exercise vigorously and get stronger? Add walking on an incline to your routine and experience the difference for yourself!
Discover the Dreaver Elevate Pro and give your walk an extra boost
