10,000 steps a day is a myth? Scientists reveal the real daily walking number that lowers heart disease and diabetes risk
Published on: Sept. 28, 2025, 10:22 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
For decades, 10,000 steps a day has been seen as the ultimate benchmark for fitness. It’s on smartwatches, fitness apps, and even our minds as the “magic number.” But new research is challenging this long-held belief. According to a report by Women’s Health, the 10,000-step goal was never actually based on science, and now experts are revealing what truly matters for your health. Forget the fitness fad
