In a country where people go on to live up until 114, Japan’s older population stands out not just for their longevity but for how actively they live. A key part of that vitality? Walking. But not just any kind of walking.For the Japanese, it seems that walking is not casual, but rather it’s a structured, intentional form of movement …
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Walk your way to lower blood pressure, stronger legs and fitter heart
You don’t need a gym. You don’t need an app. You don’t even need to change clothes. All it takes to join the hottest fitness trend sweeping across the globe is a pair of sneakers, a basic stopwatch, and 30 minutes of your day. Welcome to Japanese Walking—a smart, simple, and surprisingly effective interval walking method that’s all about short …
Read More »7 reasons to walk backwards for 10 minutes daily
While it might sound funny or unusual at first, but walking backwards actually has certain health benefits and so you should do it regularly. Intriguing, right? Also called retro walking, this is a simple and powerful way to boost your physical and mental well-being. In just 10 minutes a day, walking backwards engages different muscles in the body, activates new …
Read More »A personal trainer says these are the three exercises you should be doing regularly if you walk a lot
Walking might seem like a simple way to work out but it’s one of the best things you can do for your body. If you’re new to walking it’s worth being aware of the muscles it engages and how you can keep them strong, supple and healthy. “Walking is one of the most underrated forms of movement,” says Alo Moves’ …
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