A recent study found that walking daily can significantly improve longevity. The study, which followed over 50,000 individuals wearing fitness trackers, compared their daily step counts to their longevity. The results showed that more steps translate into longer lives, with benefits beginning well before reaching 10,000 steps.
Key Findings
According to KOAT Medical Expert Dr. Barry Ramo, people walking about 5,800 steps had a 40% lower risk of death. At approximately 7,800 steps a day, the risk of death was 45% lower, and nearly 11,000 steps a day reduced the risk by 53%. Dr. Ramo noted that even 4,000 steps a day provides a significant benefit compared to a sedentary lifestyle.
Dr. Ramo recommended that individuals who are sedentary and not motivated to exercise consider using a fitness tracker to track their progress and stay on track. This simple step can help individuals reap the health benefits of exercise and improve their overall longevity.
Original reporting: KOAT Albuquerque — read the source article.
