What Makes This Better Than Cardio?
Typical cardio burns calories only while you’re doing it. But strength-based exercises like the farmer’s walk create an afterburn effect, where your body continues to burn fat for hours after you stop. Plus, it builds functional strength—helping with real-life activities like carrying groceries or moving furniture.
The Best Part? Anyone Can Do It
Unlike Olympic lifts or complex HIIT moves, the farmer’s walk is low-risk and beginner-friendly. You don’t need a gym, fancy machines, or perfect form—just grab something heavy and walk. And if you want to supercharge fat loss, try adding short sprint intervals in between sets.
