You know that moving more is great for your health. Breaking up sedentary time reduces risk for cardiovascular disease, helps you manage your weight, boosts your memory and even supports better blood ...

Scientists are uncovering even more compelling reasons to lace up those walking shoes, reasons that go beyond the physical. New neuroscience research shows that even modest amounts of walking can ...

We all know that getting our steps in is important. Whether that's on a treadmill after work or a scenic lunchtime walk, keeping our bodies moving is paramount for good physical health. It's also ...

There are approximately 2,000 steps in one mile. Learn the factors that influence how many steps we take — and why taking more steps per mile may be healthier. Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our ...

Most of us have heard you need 10,000 steps a day to stave off health problems, but new research is finding that number is not necessary — though more is always better. How many steps should you take ...

Most people treat 10,000 steps a day as common practice for optimum health benefits—but a new study is challenging that. Research analyzing data from over 160,000 adults has provided comprehensive ...

If you’ve ever circled the apartment frantically looking for a lost phone, stumbled down the stairs to answer the door for a delivery, or checked on that houseplant at the end of the hall one too many ...

If you're reading this, chances are you've counted your steps before. But do you know how many steps are in a mile? Probably not. Well, there are certain factors that influence how many you rack up - ...

Physical activity is necessary if you want to live a longer, healthier life — and if you’re trying to lose weight, the health benefits of an activity as simple as walking are remarkable. According to ...

Whether you're looking for a form of low-impact exercise, a physical activity to help clear your mind or simply a way-quite literally-to stretch your legs, walking has you covered. (It's no surprise ...

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois is a health writer and registered dietitian nutritionist with over eight years of experience in the clinical setting. Her writing covers nutrition and overall health topics, ...

A new peer-reviewed study published in JAMA Network Open revealed a 50% to 70% lower risk of premature, all-cause mortality for those who logged at least 7,000 steps per day. The U.S. Department of ...