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EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 26 MIN

172 – Japanese walking: the latest internet craze

from The Body of Evidence · host The Body of Evidence

You may have heard about a “better” way to go for your daily walk. Japanese walking promises numerous health benefits. Two problems though. There’s nothing Japanese about it and the benefits are not so clear cut. Nick Tiller is back to unpack this latest social media trend. Become a supporter of our show today either on Patreon or through PayPal! Thank you! http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/ https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=9QZET78JZWCZE   Email us your questions at [email protected].   Editor:    Robyn Flynn Theme music: “Fall of the Ocean Queen“ by Joseph Hackl Rod of Asclepius designed by Kamil J. Przybos Chris’ book, Does Coffee Cause Cancer?: https://ecwpress.com/products/does-coffee-cause-cancer   Obviously, Chris is not your doctor (probably). This podcast is not medical advice for you; it is what we call information. References: The 2007 article that started it all: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0025619611613037 Nick’s article about retro walking: https://skepticalinquirer.org/exclusive/the-backward-world-of-retro-walking/

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