Hitting 10,000 steps a day is a goal many of us have had for the past few years. According to a new study, ” walking 10,000 steps a day lowers the risk of dementia by about 50 per cent, the risk of cancer by about 30 per cent and the risk of cardiovascular disease by about 75 per cent.”
Walking 10K steps a day is a health sweet spot, study finds – and walking faster is even better | CBC Radio
In recent years, walking 10,000 steps a day has become a popular fitness goal, but until now, there hasn’t been much scientific research to back that number. A new study looking at people wearing fitness trackers has finally determined that it is indeed a sweet spot for a range of health outcomes, but how fast you walk is also important.
