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Walking: Calories, Benefits & Your Journey to Mordor

A typical mile of walking burns about 100 calories. Use our calculator to find your specific calorie burn:

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Key Walking Benefits:

• Burns calories without exhaustion
• Low impact on joints
• Helps burn fat, especially during fasted morning walks
• Reduces stress and improves mental health
• Strengthens feet and ankles
• Improves brain function and memory

Walking for Weight Loss:

• Walking alone can contribute to weight loss when combined with proper nutrition
• Aim for 10,000 steps (5 miles) daily
• Most Americans only walk 5,000 steps (2.5 miles)
• Walking an extra mile daily = 700 extra calories burned per week

Proper Walking Form:

1. Keep head up and shoulders back
2. Land softly, rolling from heel to toe
3. Maintain a comfortable stride length
4. Pump arms naturally
5. Walk uphill to increase intensity

Tips for Success:

• Start with 5-minute walks and build gradually
• Walk first thing in morning to establish habit
• Use minimalist shoes for better foot strength
• Track progress with fitness tracker
• Listen to audiobooks/podcasts while walking

Walking to Mordor: Total distance: 1,779 miles from Hobbiton to Mount Doom Key segments:

• Hobbiton to Rivendell: 458 miles
• Rivendell to Lothlorien: 462 miles
• Lothlorien to Rauros Falls: 389 miles
• Rauros to Mount Doom: 470 miles

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Walking is accessible, effective, and can be tracked as a journey through Middle Earth. Whether losing weight or building healthy habits, walking provides an excellent foundation for fitness.

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