Evaluation of inactive adults' ability to maintain a moderate-intensity walking pace

Energy expenditure during 2.7 mph treadmill walking was higher than 3 METs. Inactive adults walk at a higher cadence during “brisk” walking, compared to walking at a metronome-guided moderate pace. While the natural walking pace of inactive adults was at an intensity known to produce health benefits, and was maintained for 10 min, the use of rhythmic auditory feedback is an effective method for regulating walking at a prescribed intensity in inactive adults.