Forget 10,000 steps — I use this 30-minute, doctor-approved walking workout to build fitness, burn calories and work on my heart health
New research suggests that interval walking may provide more health benefits than the traditional goal of 10,000 daily steps. Sports Medicine doctor Tetiana Tereschenko emphasizes that even a modest increase in daily steps can reduce mortality risk. A 30-minute interval walking workout can enhance cardiovascular health and aid in weight loss when combined with a balanced diet.
- ▪Interval walking combines short bursts of high intensity with recovery for better health outcomes.
- ▪Studies indicate that increasing daily steps from 4,400 to 7,500 can significantly lower mortality risk.
- ▪A 30-minute interval walking session can improve aerobic fitness and help lower blood pressure.
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Wellness Fitness Workouts Forget 10,000 steps — I use this 30-minute, doctor-approved walking workout to build fitness, burn calories and work on my heart health Features By Jane McGuire published 23 May 2026 File this under: your next walking workout When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter For years, 10,000 daily steps has dominated the conversation when it comes to daily movement goals, but new research has found that interval walking, where you mix short bursts of high intensity with recovery, actually has more health benefits.Sports…
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