{"id":121640,"date":"2024-11-03T16:02:45","date_gmt":"2024-11-03T09:02:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hotvideos24.online\/?p=121640"},"modified":"2024-11-03T16:02:45","modified_gmt":"2024-11-03T09:02:45","slug":"scientists-say-this-type-of-walking-majorly-boosts-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hotvideos24.online\/?p=121640","title":{"rendered":"Scientists Say This Type of Walking Majorly Boosts Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-layout-key=\"-fb+5w+4e-db+86\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"7910942971\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<ul class=\"caas-list caas-list-bullet\">\n<li>\n<p><em>Short \u201cmicro-walks\u201d may prove to be more beneficial for your health compared to longer ones, a new study finds.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><em>Researchers found when people walked in stints of 10 to 30 seconds, they burned more calories than continuously walking the same distance.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><em>Experts explain the findings.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr\/>\n<p>The health <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/fitness\/a20485587\/benefits-from-walking-every-day\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:benefits of walking;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>benefits of walking<\/u><\/a> are vast, and you may already work to reach an established <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/health\/a43453914\/8000-steps-walking-for-health-study\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:daily step goal;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>daily step goal<\/u><\/a>. But, new research finds that \u201cmicro walks,\u201d a.k.a. short walks throughout the day, may be more beneficial than longer walks.<\/p>\n<p>A small study published in <a href=\"https:\/\/royalsocietypublishing.org\/doi\/10.1098\/rspb.2024.1220\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Proceedings of the Royal Society B;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><em><u>Proceedings of the Royal Society B<\/u><\/em><\/a> looked at 10 participants who walked for varying lengths of time, including short bursts with breaks lasting several minutes, and walking longer durations of up to four minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Researchers from the University of Milan found when people walked in stints of 10 to 30 seconds, with breaks in between, they used more energy and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/fitness\/fitness-tips\/a41048373\/calories-burned-walking\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:burned more calories;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>burned more calories<\/u><\/a> than continuously walking the same distance. More specifically, they found these \u201cmicro-walks\u201d used up to 60% more energy than longer episodes of walking or climbing, despite covering the same distance. Important to note: Using more energy may lead to more calories burned.<\/p>\n<h2>What is a \u201cmicro-walk\u201d?<\/h2>\n<p>In this study, a micro-walk is defined as walking between 10 and 30 seconds at a time (with a break before your next walk). The idea is to break up <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/fitness\/fitness-tips\/how-to-sit-less-challenge\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:long periods of sitting;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>long periods of sitting<\/u><\/a> or inactivity by getting up and moving, even if it\u2019s just for a short distance, says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancerrehabpt.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Kelly Sturm, D.P.T.;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>Kelly Sturm, D.P.T.<\/u><\/a>, of Cancer Rehab PT. \u201cThese walks can be as simple as a quick stroll around your office, walking to grab a coffee, or stepping outside for some fresh air.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Benefits of micro-walks<\/h2>\n<p>According to the study, micro-walks may increase metabolism and result in burning more calories by covering the same distance as a longer cruise around the neighborhood, says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/nichelecihlar\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Nichele Cihlar;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>Nichele Cihlar<\/u><\/a>, the director of training and ambassadors at GORUCK.<\/p>\n<p>The main benefit of micro-walks is that they help reduce the negative effects of prolonged sitting, which we know can have serious consequences for our health, says Strum. \u201cStudies suggest that sitting for long stretches, even if you\u2019re otherwise active, can slow down your metabolism, affect circulation, and increase the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and even some cancers,\u201d Strum says. By incorporating regular movement into your day with micro-walks, you\u2019re giving your body the chance to reset, improve circulation, and keep your muscles engaged, Sturm explains.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, micro-walks may help with mental health too, says Sturm: \u201cFrequent movement breaks are great for clearing your head, boosting creativity, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/fitness\/a43369771\/walk-to-lower-your-stress\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:reducing stress;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>reducing stress<\/u><\/a>.\u201d In comparison, fewer, longer walks can be beneficial for cardio and endurance, but they don\u2019t do as much to counteract the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/health\/a25749307\/health-effects-sitting\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:negative effects of sitting;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>negative effects of sitting<\/u><\/a> for long periods throughout the day, Sturm points out.<\/p>\n<p>So, how many steps should you accumulate throughout the day if you\u2019re opting for micro-walks? Cihlar says that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/health\/don-t-need-10-000-steps-a-day-for-heart-health-benefits-study\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:10,000 steps per day;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>10,000 steps per day<\/u><\/a> has always been a good rule of thumb, but this varies depending on the person. Micro-walks are a fantastic way to hit that step goal without having to commit to long stretches of exercise, says Sturm. \u201cIf you aim to take a few five or 10-minute walks every hour or two, those steps really add up and keep your body moving,\u201d she adds.<\/p>\n<h2>The bottom line<\/h2>\n<p>This is an extremely small study, and the data did not compare long walks to short walks, but rather micro walks to four-minute walks. With this in mind, it does suggest that regular movement throughout the day is just as, if not more, important than logging one long walk or workout, says Sturm. \u201cThe results of this study emphasize how much breaking up sedentary time can positively impact your health,\u201d she says. Incorporating micro-walks into your daily routine is an easy, approachable way to maintain your health, even if you\u2019re busy or don\u2019t have time for a dedicated long walk or workout, Sturm points out.<\/p>\n<p>For people who sit at a desk all day or spend long hours in a chair, micro-walks are an excellent way to prevent stiffness in the joints and muscles, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prevention.com\/health\/improve-your-posture\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:improve posture;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link rapid-noclick-resp\"><u>improve posture<\/u><\/a>, and boost overall energy levels, Sturm continues. \u201cEven just getting up for a few minutes every hour can make a significant difference in how your body feels at the end of the day,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You Might Also Like<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-layout-key=\"-fb+5w+4e-db+86\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"7910942971\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1660802\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script>(function(w,q){w[q]=w[q]||[];w[q].push([\"_mgc.load\"])})(window,\"_mgq\");\r\n<\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aol.com\/scientists-type-walking-majorly-boosts-123000239.html\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Short \u201cmicro-walks\u201d may prove to be more beneficial for your health compared to longer ones, a new study finds. 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