Older people who are particularly at risk of Alzheimer’s disease could slow their cognitive decline by taking just 3000 steps a day. Why this step count might have this effect is unclear, but it could ...

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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 ...

Start your day right—and feel it all day long.

First things first: Shedding pounds off the scale involves two key things: eating healthy and exercising regularly. As Kim ...

Walking is an accessible and heart-healthy form of exercise. However, walking alone is usually not enough for overall fitness.

The magic number shows up on smartwatches, fitness apps and office step challenges. For many, hitting 10,000 steps in a day has become a marker of good health — a goal that prompts post-dinner walks, ...