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What Evolutionary Biology Can Teach Us About Diet, Exercise, and Staying Alive

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Reevaluating the 10,000 Steps Myth

This chapter critiques the popular 10,000 steps per day guideline, revealing its origins in marketing rather than medical advice. It emphasizes the individual nature of walking benefits and encourages listeners to find their own optimal levels of physical activity for better health outcomes.

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