Why did 10,000 steps become the global standard for health? Was it ever based on science? Not exactly—and here’s the step count we should actually be aiming for.

The Mountaineer Mile initiative is spreading across the state of West Virginia as more and more county officials encourage ...

How do you measure the value of a step? A common goal for many people over the last 60 years has become 10,000 steps a day for better health. The ...

Medically reviewed by Amy Kwan, PT The 10,000-step goal is a general guideline, but ideal step counts vary based on age, fitness level, and health goals.Walking can improve overall health, but a ...

Fact checked by Jennifer Klump Key Takeaways Japanese walking may be better for heart health because it alternates between slow and fast walking, adding intensity without impact.  Walking between ...

Almost anybody can do 100 miles. If you can run 10 miles, you can run 100 miles. But you have to be persistent, says Roche.

A sheltered pocket just below the ridge held a thick tangle of scrubby aspens, the kind that struggle for survival at high ...

A proposed 211-mile private industrial corridor across unspoiled tundra risks an iconic caribou herd, the lifestyles and ...

Tens of thousands of students walked out of classrooms in cities and towns across Spain on Thursday to protest Israel’s ...

The Shenandoah Valley, just a short drive away, has emerged as one of California’s premier wine regions, with dozens of wineries producing exceptional vintages from grapes that flourish in the area’s ...

Tucked between the majestic Appalachian Mountains and the winding Holston River, Kingsport, Tennessee stands as a testament to affordable living without sacrificing quality of life.