Counting daily steps has become a popular health trend, with many aiming for the arbitrary goal of 10,000 steps. However, a new study suggests that this number is not necessary to achieve health benefits. According to the BBC, the study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology reveals that as few as 4,000 steps can convey these benefits. However, the analysis shows that each additional 1,000 steps beyond 4,000 is associated with a 15% reduction in the risk of death, making higher step counts still beneficial. This conclusion is based on data from approximately 230,000 individuals worldwide.
Co-author of the study, Maciej Banach from Johns Hopkins University, explains that the number of steps needed for significant benefits is lower than previously thought, as reported by USA Today. The BBC states that even 2,300 steps can support heart and blood vessel health. However, the analysis shows that there is a notable improvement in mortality risk after reaching 6,000 or 7,000 steps.
Lead author Dr. Maciej Banach of the Medical University of Lodz in Poland emphasizes the importance of taking as many steps as possible and starting at an early age to maximize health benefits. Additionally, the study found that individuals under 60 who walked between 7,000 and 13,000 steps daily had a 49% lower risk of death compared to 42% for those over 60. (Read more fitness stories.)
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