Walking for Weight Loss: 10,000 Steps and Calorie Burning

Taking the 10,000 steps a day challenge is a proven way to improve health and accelerate weight loss. Calculate calories burned for a 5-mile walk and learn creative strategies to reach your daily step goals through small increments.

Calories Burned Walking Up Stairs

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Anne Tourney

Every time you walk up a flight of stairs instead of taking the elevator, you burn extra calories and benefit your cardiovascular health. Making stair-climbing part of your daily routine can also build muscle strength and endurance.