Weighted Fitness
Military trainees have practiced rucking — walking with a loaded backpack — for centuries. And now, this intensive technique has turned fitness trend. Certain branches of the military, such as special forces, train for longer and more grueling rucks in a variety of weather, terrain, and operational conditions. After all, what better way to move […]
Walk it Off
Step outside for a daily dose of fitness Better fitness might just start with lacing up your sneakers and heading out for a walk. This easy-to-do exercise strengthens almost every major organ in the body, promotes optimal bone density, and boosts the immune system. Plus, it’s free, fun, and simple to do outside — even […]
Step Up Your Health by Walking
Spending too much time on your tush can lead to numerous health woes. But here’s an easy fix: After an hour of sitting, walk around for two minutes. It could reduce your risk of early death by 33%, according to a report in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. Here are three […]
Make Walking Part of Your Routine
There are days when just the thought of leaving the house seems like a huge effort. Days when you don’t feel like getting off the couch, never mind going to the gym. But guess what — if you got out of bed this morning, you jump-started your fitness routine just by walking down the hall […]
4 easy tips to help you walk 10,000 steps every day
Walking is one of the easiest and best activities for losing weight and staying fit. To get the most benefit, some organizations recommend that you aim to take 10,000 steps per day. It’s certainly a great goal to strive for. This magic number of steps is the equivalent of moving almost five miles. When you […]
Walk your way to health with these 5 tips
By Dr. Jean Harvey-Berino, Ph.D., R.D., and Joyce Hendley, EatingWell You probably know why you should exercise more. Weight management and stress relief are just two advantages of the many advantages of staying active. But finding the time and motivation to stay in shape can be tricky. Here’s the good news: You don’t need to […]
