Debunking the 10,000 Steps Myth and Optimal Step Count for Good Health

Multiple studies show that walking 7,000 or more steps per day reduces mortality risk by 50-70%, while even just 4,400 daily steps can lead to a 41% reduction in mortality among older women. The speed at which the steps are taken has little impact on mortality rates.

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