There are many who set a target of 10000 steps a day and try to achieve it on daily basis. A new study has revealed that walking up to 7000 steps a day can be beneficial.
What are the benefits that we can expect?
reduced risk of heat diseases
less chances of having type 2 diabetes
prevention of cancer related issues
Dementia control
prevents depression
The study says to aim for a minimum up to 4000 steps a day instead being less active around the day.
On recent days many people tend to live a static life. Moving your body around can help to reduce various free radical damages that many tend to develop into deadly diseases. So, what’s your say on this?
I always try to get in 8k - 10k steps a day. It is a good way to be a little active, in otherwise sedentary lifestyle. And some people underestimate, the way a walk can clear your mind of tension, stress and negative emotions
Honestly, this makes a lot of sense. The obsession with 10,000 steps can feel overwhelming, and studies showing strong benefits even around 7,000 steps make staying active feel more achievable. Regular walking is linked to a lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, some cancers, depression, and even dementia, while also helping control oxidative stress and free-radical damage.
What matters most isn’t hitting a perfect number, but moving consistently. Even 4,000 steps a day is far better than being sedentary, especially in today’s screen-heavy, static lifestyles. Small, regular movement adds up—and it can be a simple, powerful tool for long-term physical and mental health.
