Richard Sagredo Walking just slightly faster helps older people stay active for longer, and stave off frailty. Taking just 14 steps per minute more than their usual pace led to “meaningful” improvements in physical well-being for seniors who were frail or at risk of becoming frail, according to new findings. The research team explained that…
A fitness trend known as Japanese walking is capturing attention online, promising major health benefits with minimal equipment and time. Based on interval-style bursts of fast and slow walking, Japanese walking was developed by Professor Hiroshi Nose and Associate Professor Shizue Masuki at Shinshu University in Matsumoto, Japan. It involves alternating between three minutes of…
It’s widely known that walking is great for you. Research shows that walking can cut your risk of heart disease, reduce joint pain and naturally relieve stress. A study published in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology in June also found that a specific kind of walking can be beneficial for people with coronary artery disease:…
7 Cardio Exercises To Boost Your Endurance Image: Unsplash 29 Mar 2025 Walking is an effective and accessible form of exercise for all fitness levels always Image: Unsplash Running strengthens your heart, optimizes calorie burn, and extends health span significantly always Image: Unsplash Cycling improves cardiovascular endurance without stressing joints, making it a heart-smart exercise…
The value of physical activity cannot be emphasised in our fast moving society, where time is of the essence and sedentary lifestyles are increasingly the norm. Walking emerges as a simple yet effective solution amid the chaos of modern life. Walking is more than just a way to get around; it’s the key to a…
Maintaining your enthusiasm for a long-term fitness goal is challenging for any exerciser. Whether you are hoping to run a marathon or do your first pull-up this year, you need a plan to get there. That means setting up a series of benchmarks, like how many push-ups you can do, with assessments along the way…
For many people in the United States, staying in shape means getting in your car and driving to the gym. Movement is something on a to-do list, siloed off from the rest of daily life. That mentality is quintessentially American, according to Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, a professor of history at the New School and the…
“I bought the Niceday Steppers hoping for a simple way to get some exercise at home. Little did I know, I was about to embark on a journey to fitness heaven! First of all, let’s talk about the setup. It was so easy, I think even my cat could have put it together if she…
Dec 16, 2024 10:34 AM IST A trainer has revealed a particular type of cardio that doesn’t help tone your body. Hitting your daily steps on a treadmill feels like an achievement as you give yourself a mental high five. As a cardio activity, walking feels like you’re really burning those calories, inching closer to…
Dec 03, 2024 01:06 PM IST Walking is often seen as the sole form of exercise for seniors, it’s not enough for strength training, building muscle and ensuring overall health. To stay fit, senior citizens often turn to walking. It is considered easy, effective and not overly intensive. But is it truly as beneficial as…
