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 ...

Over the last decade, smartphones have become ubiquitous not just for sending texts and staying abreast of news, but also for monitoring daily activity levels. Among the most common, and arguably the ...

It’s the start of the new year, and whether you're walking the dog, training for your first 5K, or just trying to get outside more, a fitness tracker can help you stay on track. We found smart ...

BOSTON - Massachusetts researchers say it's equally beneficial to measure exercise by how long you exercise and how many steps you take. Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital looked at data on ...

You're likely burning calories, raising your heart rate and building your strength by carrying out everyday activities without even realising it. (Getty Images) A new survey looking at the long-term ...

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle has become more crucial in today’s fast-paced world. With the rise of wearable technology, fitness trackers have taken center stage, helping users monitor their health ...

The fitness community regularly touts the health benefits of getting in 10,000 steps per day. But a new study says that a good deal fewer steps can still deliver significant benefits, including a 47% ...

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Share on Pinterest A new study looks at how exercise is measured. Tom Werner / Getty Images Step counts and minutes are both useful ways to measure physical activity, a new study suggests. A greater ...

A new survey looking at the long-term effects of not doing enough exercise, in addition to smoking and drinking, has found that people as young as 36 were already showing the effects. The participants ...