An underrated exercise: tempo walking

Learn how to “Walk on the beat” and turn your body into a energy efficient, fat burning, mind blowing powerhouse

Walking is a 2-count tempo movement so try it at different tempo speeds to give yourself more or less intensity during your walk.

Enjoy!

#tempofitness #tempotraining #pktempo #stayonbeatchallenge 🖕 #foryou

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