Walking uphill at a 10% slope uses twice as much energy as walking on flat ground at the same speed.
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Walking uphill at a 10% slope uses twice as much energy as walking on flat ground at the same speed.
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Walking on a 10% incline results in twice the energy expenditure compared to walking on level ground at the same speed.
When walking uphill, the leg muscles must push the body upward against gravity with more force, which requires more fuel to produce energy. The body also works harder to keep the joints stable and prevent slipping, which uses extra energy.
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Study: The Reduction of Metabolic Cost While Using Handrail Support During Inclined Treadmill Walking is Dependent on the Handrail-use Instruction
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