Definition

Noun: A form of cardiovascular exercise characterized by walking at a very fast pace, typically at the upper limit of normal walking speed, with an exaggerated and purposeful arm swing to increase intensity and engage the upper body.

Usage

"Power walking" is used as a non-count noun to describe the activity itself. It is a specific, intentional exercise, distinct from casual walking or running. - She incorporates power walking into her daily fitness routine. - Power walking is an effective low-impact workout.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "to go power walking": to engage in the activity of power walking.
  • They go power walking every morning before work.

Variants and Related Words

• Power walk (verb, less common): To engage in power walking.
  • He power walks for 45 minutes each day.
• Power walker (noun): A person who regularly practices power walking.
  • The path was full of joggers and power walkers.

Synonyms

• Brisk walking: Walking quickly, though this may not always imply the same vigorous arm motion.
• Speed walking: Often used interchangeably, though it can sometimes refer to the competitive sport of racewalking.

Related Phrases

• "to take a power walk": Similar to "to go power walking," meaning to go out specifically for a session of this exercise.
  • I need to clear my head; I'm going to take a power walk.

Noun

1. a form of cardiopulmonary exercise consisting of rapid walking accompanied by vigorous swinging of the arms