How to Do 10K Walk
10K Walk is a cardio exercise using bodyweight, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.
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Primary muscle
Cardio
Equipment
Bodyweight
Difficulty
Intermediate
01 / Move with control
How to perform
How to do 10K Walk
- 01Maintain an upright posture with the shoulders relaxed and down away from the ears.
- 02Engage the core slightly to support the spine during the prolonged walking duration.
- 03Step with a rhythmic cadence, ensuring the arms swing across the torso to assist with balance.
- 04Monitor breathing patterns to stay within a steady aerobic zone throughout the distance.
Same guidance shown inside the A90 app
02 / Anatomy
Muscles worked by 10K Walk
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Primary movers
- Quads Extends the knee, driving squats, lunges and jumps.
- Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
- Calves Pushes off the ground through the ankle.
Stabilisers
- Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
- Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.
03 / A90 Coach
A90 Coach tip
Focus on a mid-foot strike to reduce impact on the knee joints over the longer duration of the walk.
Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app
05 / FAQ
10K Walk questions
What muscles does 10K Walk work?
10K Walk is catalogued as a cardio exercise in A90 Training Club, with the cardio as its primary muscle group.
How do you do 10K Walk correctly?
Maintain an upright posture with the shoulders relaxed and down away from the ears. Engage the core slightly to support the spine during the prolonged walking duration. Step with a rhythmic cadence, ensuring the arms swing across the torso to assist with balance. Monitor breathing patterns to stay within a steady aerobic zone throughout the distance.
What is the A90 coach tip for 10K Walk?
Focus on a mid-foot strike to reduce impact on the knee joints over the longer duration of the walk.
Is 10K Walk suitable for beginners?
10K Walk is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.
Do you need equipment for 10K Walk?
No. 10K Walk is listed as a bodyweight movement in the A90 catalogue, so you can train it with no kit.
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