Walking

Just 4,000 steps once a week may help older women live longer, says study

A decade-long study finds even one day of walking each week can lower mortality risk, showing that every step counts for better health

Can you enjoy two gulab jamuns a day guilt-free? This doctor says yes

Sweet tooth but worried about calories? A doctor reveals how walking during work calls lets him enjoy gulab jamuns daily without gym guilt-here's how you can try it too

Walk your way to fitness: Does timing really make a difference?

Experts explain the unique benefits of walking at different times of day, and why consistency matters most

Heat no excuse at Dubai's Mallathon: Creative solution for summer exercise

The city has turned its shopping malls into indoor walking and jogging tracks every morning to encourage people not to give up on exercise during the scorching summer months - an idea worth emulating

7,000 steps a day - that's all it takes to outwalk heart disease, says study

A global study finds that walking 7,000 steps daily can significantly reduce the risk of death by heart disease, diabetes, dementia and more, offering a practical alternative to the 10,000-step target

Is walking 10,000 steps enough for your fitness goal? Here's what to know

Think you need 10,000 steps for good health? Doctor says smart walking, realistic goals, and consistency matter more

Want to avoid chronic back pain? Walk over 100 minutes a day, says study

A new study finds people who walk more than 100 minutes daily have a 23 per cent lower risk of developing chronic low back pain compared to less active peers

Can the '2 per 20' rule really help stabilise blood sugar without exercise?

Research shows that light walking for 2 minutes after every 20 minutes of sitting may significantly lower post-meal blood sugar levels

Fitness tracker: How many steps should you take in a day and at what pace?

Fitness trackers have bolstered the case for even light exercise. The persistent mystery, though, is which movements matter the most

Even one extra walk a day may make a big difference

Step counts are a simpler, more concrete and convenient measure of physical activity

Walking and being active can improve your cognitive function

Neurological and cognitive disorders remain a highly ignored health concern in India to date