Don't Underestimate the Walk

“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”– Galatians 6:9 — “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”
– Galatians 6:9

Crossfit, Pelaton, Goat Yoga. Every few years there's a new fitness trend that everyone seems to be in on. But just like music and fashion, sometimes it's worth sticking to the classics, and there's not a more classic exercise than a walk. We've been doing it for a few million years.

The secret about walking is that while it doesn't always feel like a workout, it's legitimate exercise. Walking 1km burns about 75% as many calories as running 1km, but the effort doesn't feel the same. Keeping your body upright while propelling yourself forward, even slowly, takes quite a bit of energy.

This is one of the reasons Pantheon promotes walking so much: it is a meaningful exercise that you can do at any time in almost any condition. It's also a great minimum exercise for the day. If you're incredibly busy or tired, walking is always an option. And if walking the only activity you do that day, it's something to feel proud of.

—Erik Pavia, CEO