She has over 9 years of experience writing about fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being, translating medical research and expert insights into practical advice readers can trust. Tavishi Dogra is a Deputy Chief Content Producer, Health & Wellness, at Hindustan Times.
She knows fads from fundamentals and curates science-backed, expert-recommended solutions. In fitness, she breaks down bodyweight training, recovery, and posture fixes for desk-bound readers. In nutrition, she translates guidelines into affordable, desi meal tweaks. In mental well-being, she focuses on stigma-free, actionable tools — all backed by research, expert input, and lived context. Editorial Philosophy I write with one single goal: To simplify health in a world full of noise by finding what’s actually doable, safe, and evidence-based for my readers. I test claims against research and user experiences. How you walk can matter more than how far you walk. Here are five ways to enhance your daily walks. Walking is great, but it can be even better. Small changes in your speed, direction, incline, or what you carry can change which muscles you use, how your heart works, the effect on your joints and brain, your overall fitness, and the calories you burn. Walking is a simple activity, but it can become much more beneficial when you practice it with intention. When done mindfully, walking can be one of the best tools for a long and healthy life. Many people don’t realize how much walking helps our bodies. It improves circulation, heart health, balance, fat burning, muscle endurance, healthy aging, lymphatic flow, and blood sugar levels. How you walk matters just as much as how far you walk. Different walking styles work different parts of the body. This lets you choose what fits your energy and lifestyle for the day. This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.)
Subject expertise With 9+ years tracking India’s health conversations, Tavishi knows the gap between clinical advice and daily life. When all else fails, I speak to the expert who sees 50 patients a day, not the one with the most followers. Research from Harvard Health shows that walking 10,000 steps can lower your risk of dying, improve your heart health, boost your metabolism, and offer many other health benefits.
“By varying how you walk, you can enhance its benefits and boost your overall health,” Fitness expert Mukul Nagpaul tells Health Shots . “It also supports joint mobility, boosts energy, improves mood, and sharpens thinking,” says the expert.
