Ferdinand mentioned that after reviewing the study, he aims to encourage individuals aged 60 and older to engage in walking, as the most significant benefits were observed when participants achieved between 6,000 and 10,000 steps a day.
No matter what you choose to do, it’s evident that any form of movement is beneficial. “More is better, but some is better than none,” Ferdinand remarked.
While achieving a lower-than-expected daily step count still showed positive effects on cardiovascular health and reduced overall mortality risks, it doesn’t imply that reaching that lower threshold is sufficient.
“We want to ensure that the general public interpreting this meta-analysis doesn’t mistakenly think, ‘Well, I can just do 2,000 or 4,000 steps and be done.’ If you can safely do more in a comfortable environment, that’s even better,” Ferdinand stated.
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