New research is reshaping one of the most popular fitness myths—and the results may surprise you.

Recent research from a 2026 University of Sydney study tracking 72,000 people found that ...

Walking 10,000 steps in a day has been put to the test by scientists to explore if this ubiquitous fitness notion has any concrete evidence to support it. A study across India and Australia ...

Have you already broken that New Year’s resolution to get more exercise? Yeah, us too. Maybe the problem is simply that we didn’t gamify the goal. A simple visual aid that shows your progress can help ...

Objective To determine the net effect of different physical activity intervention components on step counts in addition to self-monitoring. Design A systematic review with meta-analysis and ...

All the Latest Game Footage and Images from Pixsteps: Gamified Pedometer Get ready to step into a cozy world with Pixsteps, the pedometer that mixes activity with creativity. Take charge of your very ...

Her brother’s heart surgery at 4 years old sparked an early interest in cardiology for Linda Park, PhD, NP. But it was the disappointment years later as a cardiac nurse practitioner watching patients ...

Ignore the pressure to lace up specialized running shoes for a daily 10,000-step workout. The latest neuroscience shows that protecting your brain from dementia may be as simple as putting one foot in ...

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The amount of time it takes to walk 10,000 steps depends on factors like your height, stride length, and speed. On average, it may take 1.5 to 2 hours while walking on a flat surface. Walking 10,000 ...

A long-vacant warehouse in Westwood is being transformed into a new hub for local artists, with plans for studios, classes, and gallery space. Great Parks to begin construction at former estate site ...

The 10,000-step benchmark started as a marketing strategy for a 1960s Japanese pedometer, not a medical recommendation. Research now shows health gains can start with far fewer steps — as low as 2,500 ...