A professor of exercise science gives the facts about this gold standard of health.
The data says no, says Pojednic.
This study suggests that accumulating 8,000 steps a day is associated with improved health and longevity.
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Other studies have found similar results.
The 10k steps guideline isnt rooted in scientific evidence at all, explains Pojednic.
Do what you’re free to because every little bit counts.
Ten thousand steps equates to about 5 miles of walking.
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