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The recommended number of steps per day has been determined

08.08.2023

Studies conducted by scientists show that over the past hundred years, humanity has significantly reduced the number of daily steps - by 96%. It is necessary to realize that the complete cessation of motor activity can lead to the threat of extinction of the human species. But there was an alternative, and this is not the famous ten thousand steps.

It turns out that this number became the standard by mistake when, in 1964, a Japanese company launched a crocometer on the market, which translates as "10 step counter." This novelty impressed customers so much that they quickly accepted this value and began to strive for it without much motive.

In fact, the optimal number of steps per day for each person depends on many factors, including overall health, level of physical activity during the day, and even eating style. Harvard University professor Yiming Lee conducted a study on this topic together with colleagues. About 16 American women over 70 took part in the study. Each of them was given a wrist device for counting steps, after which the experiment was launched.

The results showed that, on average, the participants walked about 5500 steps a day. However, those who walked 7500 steps or less were more likely to live longer than those who limited themselves to 4500 steps. The positive effects of physical activity persisted up to the 7500 step mark, and walking above this threshold did not have a significant positive effect on life expectancy.

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