What is 'Japanese walking,' and could it replace your 10K steps a day?

(NewsNation) — "Japanese walking," also known as high-intensity interval walking, is the latest health craze that has been taking over the internet. Some experts even say the practice is better than aiming for 10,000 steps a day.

Though that may sound absurd, studies have shown that "Japanese walking" does carry significant health benefits such as weight loss, lower blood sugar and less inflammation.

So, what exactly is "Japanese walking," and how can you practice it?

Where does 'Japanese walking' come from?

Though social media coined the term "Japanese walking," it did not invent the practice.

According to Women's Health Magazine, the term "Japanese walking" stems from a 2007 study conducted by Shinshu University in Japan. This study found that high-intensity interval walking could p