While summer weather still lingers, I’m making the most of my mornings. A run or walk before work generally helps me get my zoomies out before I need to sit down at my desk and concentrate. But after swapping the Stairmaster for hill running recently, I’d worn myself out. So I was ready for something lower-impact but still energising.

That’s when I turned to power walking. Interval-style walking has been trending lately and if you haven’t already, check out the 3-2-1 walking workout as it was what inspired me to pump up my walks a notch. I decided to add short bursts of faster-paced walking into my usual morning route.

Why the change? Just 30 minutes of power walking can burn calories, build strength, improve sleep and boost your mood. So, if you happen to be looking for a good lower-imp

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