Many of us likely don’t pay attention to how fast we walk, but a recent study suggests that our walking speed might be tied to our risk for developing heart disease.
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The Sad Reasons Why People Don’t Walk Their Dogs
Dogs and walking. You might as well say ketchup and mustard. However, a new study of dog owners uncovered some surprising findings.
What Level of Exercise Is Safe and Will Benefit My Heart?
Find the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Preventive cardiologist Haitham Ahmed, MD, MPH, answers this one.
Will Standing More at Work Improve Your Health?
New research shows standing and moving more throughout your workday helps with muscle gain and weight loss. Get tips for sitting less at work to improve your long-term health.
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4 Easy Tips to Help You Walk 10,000 Steps Every Day
To improve your cardiovascular health, aim to walk 10,000 steps daily. Does it seem like a lot? Here are some easy tips for adding steps to your daily routine. Remember, you can start small, and build.
Do These 3 Simple Things to Boost Your Health (Video)
Are you looking for ways to improve your health? This doesn’t necessarily mean making drastic changes. There are small, powerful changes everyone can make that offer a lot of benefits.
How Walking During Long Runs Can Improve Your Fitness
A recent study found that periodically walking during long runs doesn’t cost you any benefits to your heart health — and may even save some wear and tear on your muscles. This is especially true for non-elite runners.
What Does Moderate Exercise Mean, Anyway?
If you talk to a doctor or read physical fitness guidelines, you’re going to come across the phrase “moderate-intensity exercise.”
It’s one of the guiding principles behind fitness recommendations. But patients often are left wondering: What does moderate really mean?
5 Great Reasons You Should Take a Walk Today
People who walk regularly swear by the health and psychological benefits of their daily jaunt. Here are five reasons why they’re right. 1. Walking reduces stress, cheers you up and increases self-esteem If you’ve ever gone out for a walk in a huff and come back more calm and collected, you know firsthand that walking … Read More
5 Best Exercises for People with Diabetes
If you have diabetes, exercise offers surprising benefits. As it lowers your stress levels, it lowers your blood sugar level.