Learning English from the News 7,000 steps can reduce risk of depression
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Dec 18, 2024 A recent global study finds that walking at least 7,000 steps daily can significantly lower the risk of depression. It highlights the mental health benefits of regular walking, making a case for incorporating more steps into our routines. Additionally, the discussion takes a darker turn as it explores a woman's unsettling experience in a deceptive yoga school, exposing issues of grooming and exploitation within the wellness industry. This sheds light on the urgent need for awareness about hidden abuses in such spaces.
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Walking and Mental Health
- A new meta-analysis suggests walking more improves mental health.
- This adds to previous research linking walking to better heart health and longer lifespan.
Strolling for Mental Health
- A daily stroll, or relaxed walk, may improve mental well-being.
- The new study suggests this, focusing on the experience of walking.
7,000 Steps
- 7,000 daily steps may positively impact mental health.
- This is less than the commonly believed 10,000 steps target.