Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Walking

Walking is a form of physical activity that involves the movement of one's legs and hips in an alternating pattern. It is one of the most natural forms of exercise, requiring no special equipment and having no age, gender or ability requirement. Walking is a great way to improve overall health and can provide both a…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 47× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2694-2283 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Walking is a form of physical activity that involves the movement of one's legs and hips in an alternating pattern. It is one of the most natural forms of exercise, requiring no special equipment and having no age, gender or ability requirement. Walking is a great way to improve overall health and can provide both aerobic and strength benefits. It is a great way to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease, as well as improve balance and coordination, reduce stress and improve mood, aid weight loss and improve overall fitness. Walking is also an accessible form of exercise, with walking trails and paths available in many cities, parks and other areas.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 47 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Walking, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Sports and Exercise Medicine (ISSN 2694-2283).

Journal editorial board
Gerasimos Grivas · Greece Angelo Cataldo · Italy Guy CHERON · Belgium

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