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 ...

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 ...

When it comes to exercise, walking is one of the easiest (and the cheapest!) low-impact options out there. We all know that heart health is important, and the best way to keep your ticker happy is ...

The amount of time it takes to walk 10,000 steps depends on factors like your height, stride length, and speed. On average, it may take 1.5 to 2 hours while walking on a flat surface. Walking 10,000 ...

(NEXSTAR) — You’ve likely been told you need to get thousands and thousands of steps a day, causing you to frequently check your smartwatch to make sure you hit that benchmark. If the 10,000 steps ...

You probably already know that walking is one of the most accessible and beneficial forms of activity you can add to your day. That's why it's the foundation of our Start TODAY app and community. But ...

The simple habit of getting in a daily walk has been shown to have numerous health benefits over the last few years. In a remarkable study, scientists found that taking just 5,000 steps a day can help ...

Walking 10,000 steps a day is a wellness essential, right? Whether from the messaging on social media or the advertising of fitness brands, most of us have wholeheartedly come to believe that walking ...