Walking

The number of daily steps needed to lose weight

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Staying active is clearly the key to good health, and fitness trackers and smartwatches are becoming popular activity-tracking tools. But how many steps does a person need to lose weight? This is not a simple question. Amanda Baloch, assistant professor in the department of kinesiology and the institute, said that while the evidence is limited … Read more

The study says that walking can counteract some of the effects of sitting

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Let’s face it: many of us spend most of the day sitting at our desks. But no matter how much time your job takes, it’s important to make time for movement, whether that means walking around the block or getting up to stretch. It’s no secret that sitting for too long isn’t good for you, … Read more