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Under 10,000 steps? Here’s the best walking habits for heart health

One long walk per day is better than multiple short walks when it comes to heart health, a new study finds.

28/10/2025

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How many steps are enough to boost seniors’ heart health? Under 10,000

Walking briskly can increase the heart rate, improve circulation, lower blood pressure, and help people lose weight.

22/10/2025

wellbeing

Walking backward comes with extra health benefits. Here's how

Backward walking, also known as retro walking or reverse walking, adds variety to an exercise routine.

15/10/2025

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Want to age well? These are the 3 things you must do

A new study confirms that staying sharp as you age is tied to eating well, staying physically active, and stimulating your brain.

29/07/2025

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How many steps should you walk a day? New study says it’s not 10,000

A new study has found that taking these many steps per day is associated with a lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and other health issues.

24/07/2025

wellbeing

Movement practice helps Parkinson’s patients in Brazil ease symptoms

Capoeira is considered both a martial art and a dance, combining ritual, exercise, spirituality, and music.

16/07/2025

Lifestyle

What are the different types of yoga and how do I find the right one?

From hatha to vinyasa, the practice of yoga is vast and varied for the beginners so sit back relax and enjoy our guide to finding which style will work for you.

29/01/2025

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Why standing desks may not be the healthier option for sedentary jobs

Experts weigh in on whether a standing desk is actually helpful in counteracting a sedentary lifestyle or not.

21/12/2024

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Average adult could live 5 extra years with more exercise

The most workout-averse adults had the most to gain.

02/12/2024

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Nearly 2 in 5 European workers are at risk of poor mental health

Gender, age, and socio-economic status were contributing factors to poor mental health scores, a new survey found.

27/11/2024

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Regular exercise may reduce death risks for new dementia patients

The results of a new study make the case for starting a workout routine, even after a diagnosis, the authors say.

30/10/2024

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Half of European kids get too much screen time, new study finds

While most young children get enough sleep, they spend too much time on screens and don’t move enough, the global study found.

30/09/2024

wellbeing

Intense weekend exercise may have similar benefits to regular workouts

Both regular exercise and intense weekend exercise were found to lower the risk of more than 200 diseases, including hypertension and diabetes.

26/09/2024

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Soak in thermal spas as you cycle Slovenia's green wellness route

How I cycled Slovenia's lesser-known towns, soaking in thermal spas along the way.

11/08/2024

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Why your morning coffee could help beat the effects of sitting all day

Coffee might reduce the risks associated with sedentary behaviour, a new study showed. But it shouldn’t prevent you from taking active breaks.

28/06/2024

wellbeing

COVID linked to less activity, more screen time among children

A new report from WHO said that the COVID-19 pandemic led to more screen time and less physical activity among European children.

15/05/2024

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Chinese crackdown on screen time for children shows promising results

China's measures - including screen time restrictions - have led to a decrease in daily sedentary behaviour among children, according to a new UK study.

14/05/2024

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What do we know about smartphones’ impact on our physical health?

A sports doctor writes in his book that smartphones are a problem for our physical health and recommends that people try to reduce their screen time.

25/03/2024

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Any activity, even sleeping, is better for heart health than sitting

Even activities such as standing or sleeping were better than sedentary behaviour, a new study has found.

10/11/2023

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WATCH: Belgium introduces its first stone-skimming competition

Belgium's first-ever stone-skimming competition took place on Sunday.

25/09/2023