If there’s one activity that deserves its shiny health halo, it’s walking. It’s a low-impact activity that breaks up dreaded sedentary time. It’s free to do, and it even helps you manage everything ...

There's no doubt about it: Walking is great for your heart. It helps with many underlying risk factors for heart disease, such as high cholesterol, weight gain and chronic stress, to name a few.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." WALKING IS ONE of the simplest, most accessible forms of exercise, but don’t make the mistake of only ...

In recent years, neuroscience has increasingly shed light on the unexpected connections between physical health and cognitive function. A large-scale study of nearly 17,000 older adults has revealed a ...

Are you always rushing or forever dawdling? Beyond indicating how late you are for an appointment, numerous studies suggest that the speed at which you walk directly correlates with the pace of ...

A brisk walking pace, and the amount of time spent at this speed, may lower the risk of heart rhythm abnormalities, such as atrial fibrillation, tachycardia (rapid heartbeat), and bradycardia (very ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Here’s something to consider while you’re out on your next walk: Picking up the pace may help you live ...

Older adults who walked just a bit faster improved their aerobic capacity and maintained function over time. The study suggests even modest increases in walking pace — just 5% — can make a difference.

Structured walking programs that boost step rate may offer a simple, measurable way to enhance functional independence for older adults facing frailty. Study: Walking cadence as a measure of activity ...

Slight changes in the way a person walks, like slowing down or developing a variable stride, could be early signs of Alzheimer’s disease. Previous studies have linked walking speed in the elderly with ...

Walking almost seems too simple to be a good workout. But that’s far from the truth—even just a 5- or 10-minute walk comes with cardio and calorie-burning benefits. Every little bit counts, but to ...