Rick Henderson
117 articles
Walking for health and climate: the North East's active travel win
Newcastle's Walking and Cycling Index shows active travel saves NHS money, boosts health, and creates safer, more livable communities today.
Rethinking the 10,000-step myth: quality walking matters more
New research shows that the quality and duration of daily walking matter more than total steps, with 7,000 steps and 15-minute walks boosting heart health.
Rethinking the 10000-step rule: smarter walking for health and daily habits
Rethink the 10000-step rule: longer, faster walks can deliver greater health benefits than chase-for-count; practical tips to build sustainable daily walking habits.
Walking for Mental Health: Meditative Steps to Boost Mood and Focus
Discover how walking meditation blends movement and mindfulness to boost mental health, focus, and gratitude. Try these simple steps on your next walk.
Walking with a weighted vest: a practical path to daily fitness
Explore how walking with a weighted vest or rucksack boosts intensity, bone health, and fitness endurance, with practical tips for safe, progressive use.
Trying Japanese Walking: A High-Intensity Interval Approach to Steps
Exploring the Japanese walking method and its high-intensity interval style, plus what a small study suggests about blood pressure, strength, and aerobic gains.