Walking

Information, health benefits, origins, biomechanics and more on walking

How you can lose a pound a week by walking for at least 45 minutes five times a week

Use these simple strategies to up your calorie burn, drop the pounds, and boost the effectiveness of your walks

You don't have to be a runner to get fit. Try good, fast walking instead

Your complete guide to walking for fitness or weight loss. Use our free workouts and training plans, find the best walking shoes and gear, and more.

Three 40-minute walking plans that burn calories, which were created by celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak.

Runners World magazine writer, answers running questions and provides training programs. Hal Higdon has been writing and running for half a century. After participating in eight US Olympic Trials between 1952 and 1968, Higdon continued to participate in 111 marathons. Runners know Higdon best for his insightful articles on training and racing for Runner's World since 1966.

The most common walking injuries and tips on how to recover.

Walking workouts to help you walk 10,000 steps a day, burn more calories, and stay heart-healthy.

Everything you need to know about a walking workout.

Reader-tested routines that sculpt toned muscles and target stubborn fat.

Walking can be an ideal low-impact exercise. Get the most from your walking routine.

Both paces have definite advantages-as well as drawbacks. Find out which is best for you.

Walking is a great way to lose weight, build muscle, and improve one's overall fitness. Learn additional benefits of walking, and read about proper technique.