The Science of a Short Walk

Broadcaster Claudia Hammond explores the latest science behind the benefits of a short walk with Professor of Behavioural Medicine Amanda Daley and journalist and author Caroline Williams.

We’ve all heard of ‘10,000 steps a day’, but how far, how fast and how often should we really be walking to improve health and wellbeing? As our lives become increasingly sedentary, short walks can play a powerful role in managing stress, supporting muscles and posture, protecting vital organs and lifting our mood.

Drawing on the latest research, our panel shares practical insights and top tips on what the science says about the impact of bite-sized movement on both mind and body.

There will be a book signing after this event.