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How many calories can YOU burn walking between New York's subway stations? New map reveals exactly how much energy you can work off on your daily commute

1 December 2015

A study published earlier this month concluded that a brisk walk is better for keeping weight off than going to the gym. Women of all ages and men over the age of 50 who regularly walked for more than 30 minutes were found to weigh less than those who took part in vigorous activities like jogging or cycling. The research by the London School of Economics found people who walked a lot had lower BMIs, and smaller waists than those who took part in regular sport.

This article was published online by Georgia News Day on December 1, 2015
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