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Walking 100 Minutes Daily Cuts Back Pain Risk 23%

6/14/2025

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A groundbreaking study by Norwegian and Danish scientists reveals that walking for over 100 minutes a day can slash the risk of chronic lower back pain by 23%. Analyzing data from 11,194 participants, they found that those who walked faster reported even less discomfort, highlighting the potential of walking initiatives to combat this widespread issue.

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A groundbreaking study by Norwegian and Danish scientists reveals that walking for over 100 minutes a day can slash the risk of chronic lower back pain by 23%. Analyzing data from 11,194 participants, they found that those who walked faster reported even less discomfort, highlighting the potential of walking initiatives to combat this widespread issue.