This five-minute walking trick makes every step count this summer

NHS to reward people for walking 30 minutes a day

Sounds simple enough! The NHS is set to reward people for walking 30 minutes a day. As per the BBC, NHS England is set launch a scheme which will be called “marathon a month” and will ask people to walk for around half-an-hour daily. For those who do it everyday, they should hit roughly 26 []

Niche trend alert! Beaded shoes are in - here are the best to add-to-bag

From sandals to kitten heels mules, boho embellished kicks are stepping up this summer - shop the edit.

Venus Williams-backed WeWard can now lock your apps until you hit your steps

With funding from tennis star and angel investor Venus Williams, the French app WeWard says that it increases walking time by almost 25.

Beyond the stroll: Why adding challenge to your walk builds real strength

(NaturalNews) Walking requires supportive shoes and can be easily integrated into a daily routine (e.g., a 20-minute morning commute, 30-minute lunch walk and 5...

Street Academy annual health walk rescheduled

The Street Academy’s annual health walk has been postponed. The postponement followed discussion with stakeholders over President John Dramani Mahama’s declaration of Friday and Saturday as National Clean-up Day. The event, the 26th edition, was initially slated for tomorrow but according to the organisers, the event would be held on Saturday, August 1. This year’s The post Street Academy annual health walk rescheduled appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Summer Outfit Math

Today is the fourth day of summer, and the boys have already devoured lime, mango, and strawberry popsicles. (In for a penny, in for a pound, as my dad always says.) Read more The post Summer Outfit Math appeared first on Cup of Jo.

Can’t Just do it: 7-Eleven sues Nike for allegedly stealing its color design

The shoe is set to debut on July 11, which 7-Eleven celebrates as ‘7-Eleven Day’

How to walk 30 minutes a day - your tips

From walking the dog before breakfast to getting off the bus a stop early, readers share their tips for building a daily walking habit.

A New Study Reveals One Way Exercise Rewires Your Metabolism

Your muscles may release powerful anti-aging signals during exercise.

Better fireworks photos with this phone trick - Rich On Tech

Rich DeMuro shares simple tech tips to help you celebrate the Fourth of July, from taking better fireworks photos to smarter grilling, keeping pets safe, and finding celebrations near you. Follow @richontech for more tech news, gadget reviews and helpful tips.

Jelly Flip-Flop Heels Are Summer’s Chicest Shoes—and My Favorite Pair Is Buy One, Get One Free Right Now

I’ll take all four colorways, thank you very much.

How fast you should be able to walk a mile at every decade of life, according to longevity experts

How fast you should be able to walk a mile at every decade of life, according to longevity experts

UK’s health service to reward people for 20-minute daily walks

The UK’s state-funded National Health Service (NHS) on Friday unveiled plans for a nationwide walking challenge that will reward people for completing the equivalent of a marathon over a month. The “Movement 26.2” challenge, due to launch by January 2027, aims to sign up around 100,000 participants. It aims to encourage participants to log their []

Edmonton women’s shelter workers get 3% raise

The raise is spread over 2 years and follows up on 3 years of wage freezes.

England to reward daily walking with shopping discounts under new health scheme

The NHS-backed 'marathon a month' challenge aims to encourage people to walk for 20 minutes a day through incentives from participating retailers

ICYMI, Ballerina Sneakers Are the 2026 Version of Clean White Kicks

Whether you’re walking around Paris or New York City, chances are you’ll see ballerina sneakers everywhere. Rich moms are especially obsessed with the 2026 shoe trend, and given how comfy and chic this style is, we understand why. The summer-friendly design is just as versatile as white sneakers, but 10 times classier. These sneaker-flat hybrids make []

Move Over Ballet Sneakers, The Mary Jane Sneakers Trend Is Here

Move over, ballet sneakers. There's a new cute sneaker trend taking over our feed (and feet)! Mary Janes, another classic feminine and delicate shoe, are getting a modern and sporty revamp in the...

Pokemon Go’s Second Mega Mewtwo Unlock Requires 1,400 KM Of Walking

Get your walking shoes on, as somebody has just calculated the distance you'll need to walk for your second Mega Mewtwo.

The Barely-There Hiking Sandal Is the Official Shoe of the Summer

Skimpy sandals with thin soles and just a little string are the new hot footwear choice of the summer.

Dix Park to hold Sunflower Celebration on Saturday as sunflowers start to bloom

The sunflowers are back! Dix Park announced Thursday that the buds are starting to bloom, so it will be celebrating peak bloom on Saturday, July 11.

The best fitness tracker deals on Prime Day: Fitbit and Garmin down to best-ever prices

During Prime Day, get fitness trackers for their lowest price ever. Save up to 500 on Garmin, Fitbit, and Apple.

There’s a better way to do one of the world’s greatest walks: Don’t walk

I’m short on time, so rather than undertake a month-long pilgrimage on foot, I’m doing it in just eight days on two wheels.

The summer walking essentials that make hot days more comfortable, from $10

Stay cool while you walk with sweat-wicking apparel, breathable sneakers, polarized sunglasses and water bottles.

I made one change to my training – now I can squat double the weight

I did the same movements for six weeks and managed to hit my goal for the year

Podiatrists Recommend These Supportive Shoes for Plantar Fasciitis, Flat Feet, and Walking-Heavy Days — from $34

Including styles from New Balance, Vionic, and Skechers

Just a Quick Foot Groom Before Hopping Off Again

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Research Shows This Simple Exercise Lowers Blood Pressure by Up to 9 Points–With No Cardio

And without forcing you to find time in your already busy schedule.

What to wear to work in summer: Shorts, flip-flops and open shoes explained

What to wear to work in summer: Shorts, flip-flops and open shoes explained

From riding the bus to reaching the top shelf: 18 simple exercises to prepare you for everyday life

Fitness isn’t just about getting a six-pack or competing in a triathlon. These straightforward, low-intensity moves will improve your strength and mobility and make almost everything easierThere are lots of movements that make you stronger and more physically capable – press-ups, squats and kettlebell swings build strength and muscle that help in a huge variety of situations. But can you get more specific? Well, yes: there are exercises that target the challenges of everyday life, whether that’s playing on the floor with your kids or bringing in the big shop. Here are the moves you may want to consider, presented by a dozen movement coaches, personal trainers and strength specialists. Continue reading...

Can govt employees get 4% DA hike in July?

Can govt employees get 4% DA hike in July?

GLP-1 Users Say New Side Effect Is Harder to Ignore Than ‘Ozempic Face’

Peter Dazeley / Peter DazeleyThe GLP-1 boom has officially reached people’s toes.Doctors are warning about “Ozempic feet,” the unglamorous label for feet that suddenly look bonier, feel more painful, or no longer fit the shoes that were perfectly fine a few months earlier.Doctors say the trend appears to be less about the drugs themselves than what can happen when weight comes off quickly from a part of the body most people rarely think about, Dr. Claire Morrow, a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist, said.Read more at The Daily Beast.

NHS scheme will reward people with vouchers for daily 20-minute walks

NHS scheme will reward people with vouchers for daily 20-minute walks

Drive Slower, Save Money on Gas. Thanks, Physics!

Planning a Fourth of July getaway? Use less gas—and cut your emissions—by easing up on the pedal.