US Edition10,000 Steps a Day Might Be Overrated. How Many Steps Do You Really Need?
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For years, walking 10,000 steps a day has become one of the most repeated recommendations to improve physical health. In an increasingly sedentary world, reaching that daily figure has been considered a simple and effective way to care for the body, reduce the risk of obesity, keep cardiovascular diseases at bay, prevent dementia and even improve the mood. The figure has been consolidated into smart watches, activity bracelets and mobile applica…
Recently, researchers in a new study have tried to demonstrate that it is not necessarily useful to reach the 10,000 steps a day in order to stay healthy and reduce the risk of premature death. According to experts, it is possible that the number of steps to be taken at least daily is [...]
10,000 Steps a Day Might Be Overrated. How Many Steps Do You Really Need?
Fact checked by Jennifer KlumpPaula Daniëlse / Getty Images You may not need to walk 10,000 steps a day to reap meaningful health benefits.Many people aim for 10,000 steps a day, but that target may not be necessary for better health. The 10,000-step goal originated from a Japanese pedometer marketing campaign, not from scientific research.New research suggests that even fewer steps can still help lower the risk of cancer, type 2 diabetes, and d…
A comprehensive study involving tens of thousands of participants found that 7,000 steps a day are enough to reduce the risk of mortality, heart disease, cancer and dementia, and in old age even 4,000 steps will be enough. The researchers emphasize: It's not just the number that matters, but also the pace of walking and adjustment to physical ability
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