You've probably heard getting at least 10,000 steps is crucial to maintaining your health. But how did we decide on that ...

From pricey wearable devices to your phone, it has never been easier to track your daily physical activity, or lack of it. And if you're like many Americans and spend nine-plus hours sitting every day ...

New research indicates that older women who walked approximately 4,000 steps just once or twice weekly significantly lowered their risk of premature death by 26 per cent and heart disease by 27 per ...

Walking regularly helps lower blood pressure by improving heart and vascular health. You don’t need 10,000 steps—benefits start as low as 3,000 to 5,000 steps a day. Consistent walks are more ...

The 10,000-step benchmark started as a marketing strategy for a 1960s Japanese pedometer, not a medical recommendation. Research now shows health gains can start with far fewer steps — as low as 2,500 ...

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The fitness community regularly touts the health benefits of getting in 10,000 steps per day. But a new study says that a good deal fewer steps can still deliver significant benefits, including a 47% ...

On average, Americans take just under 5,000 steps a day. It’s a concerning number, given that public-health researchers ...