When most people think of a “real workout,” they picture sweating it out at the gym, lifting heavy weights, or sprinting on a treadmill with dramatic music in the background. Walking? That’s often ...

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‘A simple rule of thumb is the talk test. If you can speak in short sentences but not sing comfortably while walking, you’re ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Physical activity is necessary if you want to live a longer, healthier life — and if you’re trying to lose weight, the health benefits ...

From pricey wearable devices to your phone, it has never been easier to track your daily physical activity, or lack of it. And if you're like many Americans and spend nine-plus hours sitting every day ...

The viral fitness trend prioritises consistency over step count and intensity ...

The 10,000-step benchmark started as a marketing strategy for a 1960s Japanese pedometer, not a medical recommendation. Research now shows health gains can start with far fewer steps — as low as 2,500 ...

The viral fitness trend prioritizes healthy habit-building over step count and intensity. Here's how it worked for me.

Walking can also be a heart-pounding, calorie-burning workout that helps fight inactivity and its related metabolic diseases.

Stepping outside for a brisk walk can bring significant health benefits. Walking has been linked to improved blood pressure, better mental health and lower risks of falls, cardiovascular disease and ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've read so much about the health benefits of tracking my steps. But there's a lot of confusing information out there. How many is the right number? Are some "steps" better for you ...