What Evolutionary Biology Can Teach Us About Diet, Exercise, and Staying Alive
Plain English with Derek Thompson
Steps Comparison: American vs Hunter Gatherer
The average American takes around 4,774 steps a day, while a hunter-gatherer took between 15,000 and 20,000 steps a day. The pandemic caused a decline in walking during the pandemic and a lasting effect on reduced mobility, especially affecting those with less privilege.
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