In the mid-1960s, a a Japanese watch company called Yamasa Clock debuted a pedometer called “Manpo-kei,” which translated to “10,000 steps meter.” Something about the number sounded right because it ...

There’s no shortage of fitness fads, and the latest one to take over my social media feeds is the Japanese walking trend. The workout is easy, quick, and promises to lower blood pressure—as long as ...

The latest trend making the rounds across TikTok and Instagram could have significant longevity benefits. The latest trend making the rounds across TikTok and Instagram is known as “Japanese walking,” ...

It seems like there’s always a new workout trend sweeping the internet. First it was the 12-3-30 treadmill routine, then my social feeds started getting flooded with reformer pilates videos, and now ...

What Is the Japanese Walking Method? The Japanese walking method, also called Japanese interval walking training (IWT), means switching between slow and fast walking. You walk slowly for three minutes ...

This newly popular method can supercharge your regular walking routine — no special equipment needed. Japanese walking “is an effective, time-efficient method of increasing cardiovascular fitness,” ...

There have been numerous walking workout trends that have circled social media in recent years. It’s no wonder—walking has numerous benefits, including reducing heart disease risk, strengthening your ...