A fitness expert has taken to social media to share her top tips on how to lose weight by walking in the 'fat-burning zone' - and you can do it all from the comfort of your own home Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters We're all aware that walking is a fantastic way to stay fit - but did you know there's a specific method that can aid in weight loss? Walking is straightforward, cost-free and 'one of the easiest ways to get more active, lose weight and become healthier,' as per NHS guidelines. However, there's a significant difference between a leisurely stroll and a brisk walk - the latter being key to shedding those extra pounds. The NHS advises 150 minutes of exercise per week for maintaining an active lifestyle - but if your aim is to lose rather than just maintain weight, you'll need to pick up the pace - and venture into what's known as the 'fat-burning zone'.
Personal trainer Yasmine Arida took to TikTok to explain: "I always say to my clients, walking can really help you lose weight, especially fat." But the Dubai-based influencer wanted to "clear up a few things" about walking, which are crucial for effective weight loss. She said: "There's a big difference between walking at a fast pace and walking at a leisure pace.
So when you're walking at a slow pace you're helping your metabolism,.