It can be time consuming due to the sheer length and duration, but I have found fat falling off in the places I have most issues (lower abdomen, chest, and back). It's free, it's super chill, and I have found it clearing my mind too. In combination with more intense regime, I think it is a a necessary supplemental exercise. I think walking outside is probably better (it feels more natural to me at least), but just a plain ol' treadmill or other cardio machine will probably get those steps up. Its super low-impact, easy, and do-able.
I'm dropping weight and I'm finding my brain rebooting in some places as well. It's overall super great and I encourage every Hexbear to increase their step count.
Great work
Definitely. It can feel more difficult to do in the winter or summer if you're in a place with extreme climates, but if you just start doing it, you'll quickly find yourself figuring out how to dress for cold, windy winter walking, and acclimatizing your body for hot, humid summer walking. You *can *do it, and it eventually will feel fine and normal... but it does suck at first if you're not used to the elements.
The best part. I try to leave my phone at home when I go out, I find that I have a lot to think about, and feel more calm at the end of the walk.
When I was in college in Arizona I was able to walk around in the horrid summer heat pretty damn well. The first few times were hell and especially because I hadn't gotten the hydration part down. Eventually I acclimitized, got used to just stopping at circle k to top up my drink for like 60 cents and walking 12 miles one direction because Phoenix is designed for cars and fuck you if you dare try to walk. Getting a bike was amazing though. Nice large flat areas to pick up speed and still with 12 mile trips one way, but it took 2 hours, not all day.