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Walking vs. Running — Which Is Better?

July 25, 2017

Source: U.S. National Library of Medicine, MedlinePlus

Running and walking are both popular ways to get a great cardio workout. But is a brisk walk really as good an exercise as a sweaty, heart-pounding run?

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