12-3-30 workout vs 10,000 steps a day: I tried both and there was a clear winner
The IndependentSign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. As a fitness writer who’s ever-sceptical of anything that sounds too good to be true, I decided to give it a go for myself, and see how it compared to simply walking 10,000 steps a day sans-treadmill – which is something I’ve enjoyed doing for years with no complaints. However, I’ve found walking 10,000 steps a day works for me, and I’ve been doing it for years. “All of the research in this area suggests that most of the benefits accumulate at a moderate or higher intensity.” The verdict: 12-3-30 workout vs 10,000 steps a day Both the 12-3-30 workout and walking 10,000 steps a day have pros and cons. Personally, I found walking 10,000 steps a day was the better option by far, leaving me feeling far better than spending 30 minutes staring at a treadmill screen.