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How to lose weight easily

May 23, 2013
Weight loss is a constant worry that haunts many every day. Whether it is to look your best on your D-Day or shed some kilos to fit into that old pair of jeans again – reasons are many but how often do you see the results? If …

How to use the treadmill effectively

May 22, 2013
Are you one of those who think the treadmill is an overrated cardio machine? That it’s just a waste of time or something unpleasant that you need to get over with? Most people who hit the gym treat the treadmill with disdain, a …

How to fit exercise in your busy schedule

May 18, 2013
It can be difficult to fit your exercise into a busy daily lifestyle. However, finding the time to exercise doesn't have to be so difficult. Try the following ideas for fitting exercise into your daily routine: Use your lunch …

How do I get rid of pain in my heels and sole? (Fitness query of the day)

May 24, 2013
I have been experiencing pain in my heel and sole in the mornings but it vanishes after some time. But when I walk for 10-20 minutes, the pain resurfaces. I am 65 years old and have no major health problems. How can I get rid of …

Walking as good as running for your heart!

April 5, 2013
Walking with moderate speed using the same energy as intensive running can be beneficial in reducing high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes risks, says a study. The findings, reported in the American Heart Association …

HDFC Bank Ltd declared the ‘Most Active Company’ in the Stepathlon challenge

January 22, 2013
HDFC Bank Ltd was declared the ‘Most Active Company’ in the inaugural Stepathlon 2012 – a unique 100 day race around a ‘virtual’ world. Organised by Stepathlon Lifestyle Private Limited it is a mass participation event …

Does walking reduce stroke risk in women?

January 7, 2013
Women who walk atleast three hours a week are less likely to suffer a stroke than women who walk less or not at all, a new research from Spain suggests. Noting that the message for the general population remains similar, lead …

6000 steps a day keeps diabetes away!

November 22, 2012
Walking 6,000 or more steps daily, ensures a healthier life for ageing women, besides lowering their risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease, says a study. Although other studies have shown the value of structured exercise …

Are you up for the 10,000 steps a day challenge?

October 27, 2012
Corporate India is in very bad shape. Not financially, but physically. A study by the World Heart Federation indicated that 79% men and 83% women are physically inactive. Many of them are also afflicted with obesity, diabetes, …

Walking for weight loss

October 27, 2012
If there were a question as to which is the most common and non-fussy way of exercise people prefer then there’d be only one answer – walking. While walking is primarily a cardio exercise, many of us resort to it for weight …

Max Bupa to launch ‘Walk for Health’ initiative

October 19, 2012
Max Bupa set to start an initiative called ‘Walk for Health’. Walks to be organised in Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bangalore and many other Indian cities.   In keeping with its philosophy of placing …

High intensity two and a half minute workouts are better than 90 minute low intensity ones!

February 21, 2013
It may sound too good to be true but a 150 second workout is more effective than a 90 minute run! A recent research suggests that short sharp bursts of exercise aka High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is much better for your …

Never too late to start walking!

August 30, 2012
 They say it is never too late. And the saying seems very much true when it comes to going for a walk, as experts have found a daily stroll could save one's life by protecting against a host of chronic diseases. According to …

Parents can spur kids’ activity by example

August 1, 2012
Parents can now be rest assured that leading by example will help their lazy kids. A new study has found that in order to spur their lazy kids’ on, parents should set an example themselves. Kristen Holm, assistant professor of …