The Australian Women's Weekly

(Power) walk this way

Most of us do it every single day. And it’s one of the ultimate ways to stay fit and healthy without much effort – or cost. Putting one foot in front of the other and hitting your 10,000 steps really does do wonders for your wellbeing, but now power walking is in the spotlight.

New research claims that walking fast is the key to living longer – focusing on the pace and power of your steps, not just the number you rack up. The study, published in two medical journals, found walking with intensity reduces numerous major health

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