Notes and quotes: Can the 6-6-6 walking method enhance your Nordic walking?

I came across an approach to walking for fitness called 6-6-6. 

Main point: “The 6-6-6 walking challenge involves walking for 60 minutes, either at 6 a.m. or 6 p.m., with a 6-minute warm-up and a 6-minute cooldown.”

More about it:

• “The warm-up and cool down should be at a relaxed pace.”
• “…the 60-minute part of the walk should be done at a brisk pace that raises your heart rate, but one that you’re able to maintain for the entire workout.”
• “…the workout doesn’t have to be done at 6 am or 6 pm, but the idea is that it helps you stay consistent.”
• “Walking at the same time each day can help regulate your circadian rhythm and might help you sleep better.”

Benefits:

• “Walking for an hour at a brisk pace will help you build endurance and leg strength faster than doing short sporadic walks.”
• “The warm-up and cool-down elements of this workout also help reduce the likelihood of injuries.”
• “This is a low-impact workout, suitable for most people.”

Takeaways:

• I like the idea of evening walks. We typically eat our largest meal at the end of the day, which is when our activity level drops to zero. An evening walk after dinner can burn off glucose before bedtime.
• To enhance commitment, lay your gear out the night before. Some people even go to bed in their walking clothes.

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