Frequent Walking Breaks Boost Heart Health, Study Finds

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30 Oct 2024

A recent study suggests shifting focus from distance to frequency in daily walking routines


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Taking short, frequent walking breaks can improve cardiovascular health more than prolonged walking sessions


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Researchers found that extended sitting periods can hinder metabolism and blood pressure regulation


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The study analyzed how participants' bodies used oxygen in short and long walking sessions


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Exercises lasting 10 seconds to four minutes were included in the study


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Short, intense walking stints showed higher energy expenditure compared to longer, steady-paced ones


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Initial moments of walking demand more metabolic energy than continuous walking


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University of Milan researchers led the study on cardiovascular benefits of short walking sprints


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The findings suggest that “walking sprints” may offer substantial health benefits


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Scientists advise adding brief, frequent walks to daily routines for better heart health


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