If you’re interested in boosting your walking pace—whether to challenge your cardio fitness or just beat the train doors before they close
Think about it: “You don't run with our arms down at your side,” she says. “You're going to walk faster with your arms bent.
The biggest tip to improve your speed is to take short, quick steps, says Stanten. “When people try to walk faster, they automatically start to take these big long steps
Avoid swinging arms side to side or having them cross your body as you move, says Stanten.
"Stand up nice and tall,” she says. “Open up your chest. It's easier to breathe. Keep your abs tight; that's going to help.”
“People walk faster if they pick a spot ahead of them, and focus on that instead of looking around,”
Mix bouts of walking at your most intense pace, moderate pace, and recovery pace. Then track your time on a set route before intervals, and after to see how your pace progresses.