Walking can cut cardiovascular death by half
Moderate physical activities such as walking and cycling are associated with a greater than 50 per cent reduction in cardiovascular death in people over the age of 65, says a study.
Aug 28, 2016, 13:55 PM IST
Brisk walk may improve memory in breast cancer survivors
A new study has revealed that moderate-to-vigorous exercises uch as brisk walking or jogging may boosts memory in breast cancer survivors.
Jul 09, 2016, 13:49 PM IST
Sitting all the time at work? You should watch this video!
Experts have warned that staying still and not walking around at work could be as deadly as smoking.
May 31, 2016, 15:34 PM IST
Either move more or die early
Though the scientists didn't discover any magic threshold for the amount a person needs to move to improve mortality, they did learn that even adding just 10 minutes per day of light activity could make a difference.
Feb 26, 2016, 09:07 AM IST
Walk your way to better health!
Walking has been considered as one of the easiest, simplest and most convenient exercises.
Feb 13, 2016, 00:20 AM IST
Soon, you could charge your smartphone by walking!
Researchers claimed that they have developed a technology that is capable of powering electronic devices as you walk.
Feb 12, 2016, 17:28 PM IST
Walk your way to a fitter, slimmer you!
Walking helps you lose weight as it reduces excess body fat.
Jan 25, 2016, 19:11 PM IST
Five easy ways to overcome stress!
Check out some easy ways to overcome stress.
Jan 14, 2016, 16:09 PM IST
Slow walking may signal Alzheimer's in the elderly
How fast elderly people walk may be related to the amount of amyloid they have built up in their brains, even if they don't yet have symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, says a study.
Dec 06, 2015, 14:27 PM IST
Walking could enhance memory skills in older adults
Walking or jogging can enhance memory and cognition in older adults, according to a new study.
Nov 28, 2015, 10:28 AM IST
Pick up walking pace to be heart healthy
Walking a little faster or for a few extra blocks may be good for older adults' hearts, according to a new study.
Nov 20, 2015, 09:56 AM IST
What's healthier than walking to work? Running to catch the bus
Bus/train commuters had even lower rates of diabetes, high blood pressure and overweight than the walkers or bikers.
Nov 12, 2015, 09:31 AM IST
Is your neighbourhood BP-friendly?
This is the first study to determine whether moving to a walking-friendly neighborhood affected blood pressure.
Nov 09, 2015, 09:34 AM IST
Stress Awareness Day: Tips to get rid of stress
Every year on 4th of November, Stress Awareness Day is celebrated all over the world to increase awareness among the people about stress and how to lead a stress free life.
Nov 04, 2015, 12:32 PM IST
30 minutes of daily walk curbs death risk from heart diseases
Doing less than 600 MET/min/week was responsible for 20 percent (4 907) of deaths from IHD and 13 percent (2,371) of stroke deaths.
Oct 15, 2015, 21:03 PM IST
Change up your walking pace to shed those extra kilos
Increase your walking pace to lose weight!
Oct 09, 2015, 08:46 AM IST
A 10-minute walk break can reverse vascular dysfunction
By breaking up desk time with a short 10-minute walk, you can offset the harm that prolonged sitting causes to vascular health, suggests new research.
Sep 30, 2015, 08:59 AM IST
Why you should walk to work through quieter routes
Commuting to work by walking on quieter side streets rather than main roads can help people avoid exposure to harmful air pollution, says a new study.
Sep 28, 2015, 15:22 PM IST
