Exercise Gear

[Ronstar]

I know the question was about gear, but I'm curious about the effect of walking on HR for non-runners. How high (BPM or Max HR%) are you able to get it, after how long, and at what speed/pace? R

I don't measure HR, but I know my HR has been higher during some of my hikes than during some of my sub 7 minute per mile runs. It all depends on the terrain of the walk/hike. I can match the HR of my runs in the first hour of my hikes - 3 miles averaging 20 minutes per mile, with an ascent of 1600'.

 

[HFWR]

I might just join the mall walkers.

I prefer to be outdoors, and have some el-cheapo insulated clothing for just that, but mall walking is a very good way to get a bit of exercise in inclement weather. Plus, for me at least, the people watching is interesting. Folks who frequent malls are in an entirely different lifestyle category from me...