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Thigh fat can be particularly frustrating because it often does not change as quickly as people expect, even after they start walking regularly. That can lead to a common question: is there a particular way of walking that can help reduce fat around the thighs?The answer needs a little correction. Walking can help with fat loss, but it cannot tell the body to burn fat only from the thighs. Where the body loses fat first depends on several factors, including genetics, hormones and overall body composition.Still, walking can become a surprisingly effective part of a fat-loss routine when it is done with enough intensity and consistency. The trick is not simply to chase a bigger step count. How a person walks, how often they walk and what they combine it with can matter more.“Walking may seem like a simple workout, but it can be a helpful tool to help you burn body fat with the proper intensity and regularity,” said Dr Rachit Gulati, HOD – Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, ISIC Multispeciality Hospital.He also pointed out the misconception that often gets missed in conversations about thigh fat: “Walking doesn't burn fat specifically in the thighs. Overall the body will shed fat and the areas where it will shed fat first will be determined by certain things including genetics, hormones, and overall body composition.”