IT band (iliotibial band) pain is pain in the outside of your knee, which is a common injury among walkers and runners. Fortunately, most IT band pain can be treated without surgery or physical therapy.
Category: Walking
Exercise, sleep & weight loss: 4 reasons you need to walk AND rest
If you’re having trouble losing weight by walking or hitting 10,000 steps, did you know that your sleep habits could be to blame? Sleep affects walking and weight loss in more ways than you might think.
Do this one thing for easy motivation to start your daily walk!
Committing to taking the first step and getting out of your house is usually enough to power you through an entire walking workout. This one simple motivation tool can go a long way to ensuring that you stay active.
Should you walk with a cold? How to exercise if you’re sick
Winter is peak cold and flu season, but should you walk with a cold? It turns out that there is a simple rule that can help you decide whether to walk or not with a cold.
Walking (and exercise) can make you more energetic and happier
Did you know that walking makes you happier, in addition to getting you healthier? Walking is a powerful mood booster that gives you energy and increases creativity.
Daily walking gives the best results – you should exercise every day!
Should you walk (almost) every day? For healthy adults, the answer is yes! Creating a daily habit means you won’t have to come up with the motivation to walk every day – it’ll become something you’ll just do naturally!
How yoga benefits your walking routine (+poses for beginners)
Yoga is a great way to help walkers get more flexible, build strength, and feel amazing. It’s a wonderful compliment to walking which incorporates stretches for flexibility as well as strength-building poses as well as breathing and relaxation.
Walking vs caffeine for energy – get a natural energy boost!
Did you know that walking can actually give you more energy than caffeine? A 2017 study found that a 10-minute walk gets you a bigger energy boost than a cup of tea or a single espresso shot.
Healthy walking, eating and gifts for Thanksgiving, Christmas and the holidays
Believe it or not, you can still get your daily steps and eat (relatively) healthy, even during the holiday season! Here are 4 walking tips, 4 eating tips and 4 gift ideas.
Easy at home walking workouts & cardio exercises you can do anywhere
If the weather makes it hard to get out and walk, you can still get your steps and burn calories by doing cardio at home.
