The gentle, low-impact nature of walking is one of the main reasons why it’s become such a popular way to incorporate more movement into our days.

The long list of health benefits aside, walking offers a great antidote to our high-intensity workouts, allowing us to be mindful and take things slow while still reaping the benefits of moving our bodies.

But that doesn’t mean walking is easy. Long hikes can leave us with muscle soreness as bad as a tough strength training session, and we’re often hampered by aches and pains while out on our walking route.

4 reasons why you experience hip pain while walking – and how to deal with it