Regular walking can help reduce back pain, as well as improve fitness, mobility and mental health. But how regularly should be keeping track of your steps? Does it make sense to always have the same ...

Many people measure their physical activity by the amount of time they spend exercising, but new research makes a case that counting steps is similarly beneficial. Meeting fitness goals measured by ...

The 10,000-step benchmark started as a marketing strategy for a 1960s Japanese pedometer, not a medical recommendation. Research now shows health gains can start with far fewer steps — as low as 2,500 ...

Step trackers, which some people call pedometers, monitor the number of steps a person takes during the day. These devices may help individuals keep an eye on their activity levels. In their most ...

Step aerobics is an up-tempo way to get your heart pumping and stay fit. Doing this choreographed cardio workout as part of a group exercise class can help build motivation and create a sense of ...