1. Hiking is one of the most versatile and also best ways to burn calories and strengthen certain muscle groups. Not only do you shape your figure more intensely than with an ordinary walk, but you can enjoy the beauties of nature, which can distract attention from physical exertion.
2. The overall terrain of the hike affects how many calories you burn on the hike. Routes in variable terrain, on rocky trails will give muscles more of a workout than an ordinary hike without such challenges. Not to mention high-altitude hiking, when you also need oxygen.
3. Newcomers burn more calories hiking than more experienced hikers. The difference arises due to the body's ability to gradually adapt to certain physical activity. However, this does not mean that it is not worth engaging in this type of sport long-term. Regular movement is needed for building muscles, it will also increase your basal metabolism.
4. You can intensify physical exertion during a hike in various ways. For example, by adding some greater weight to your backpack, intensifying the pace or increasing the distance and incline. This will increase the cardiovascular benefits of hiking and as a result, you will lose more belly fat, for example.
Looking for inspiration on where to go hiking in Slovakia? Check out these Tips for cheap travel around Slovakia. You will find places and routes that are definitely worth visiting.
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