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10k Steps: What Science Says

Read This Magazine by Read This Magazine
19 November 2024
in Lifestyle, Sport
10k Steps Feature

Can you go beyond the popular phenomenon of 10k steps a day?

While the 10k steps daily goal is familiar to us all, and undoubtedly boosts both health and wellbeing, there’s much more within this benchmark to explore if we’re to truly gain an understanding of what our daily steps are doing for our bodies. Let’s take a look…

Origins

The relied upon – and almost worshipped – 10k steps target actually started out life as a marketing campaign for the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. Their PR team came to figure this out because the Japanese character for the number looks like a person walking. However, it caught on and has since become a common fitness benchmark.

More Than One Step Beyond

Studies show that even a small increase in daily steps can significantly improve health. For example, it’s said that every step above 2,200 per day significantly lowers the risk of death.

Research suggests that the optimal range for health benefits typically falls between 7,000 and 13,000 steps, and while a greater number generally provide greater benefits, the rate of improvement tends to level off beyond 15,000.

Importance

Not all steps are created equal and those taken at a brisk pace or during vigorous activities offer bigger health benefits compared to slow, casual steps.

Thus, short bursts of high-intensity steps, such as climbing stairs, can also be more beneficial than merely focusing on the total count.

10k Steps

Personalised Activity Goals

The ideal number of steps can vary based on age, fitness level and health conditions, and older adults or those with chronic illnesses may need different targets.

Additionally, personal goals like weight loss, cardiovascular health and mental well-being might require different levels of physical activity.

The important thing is we’re all different, so knowing exactly what your steps do (or don’t do) for you is important.

Complementing Steps

Incorporating other forms of exercise can enhance overall health. Strength training exercises – recommended at least two days a week – build muscle and bone strength, while activities like yoga or tai chi improve flexibility and balance, which are especially important as we age.

At a very basic level, carrying a weighted backpack whilst completing your steps will add strength.

Consistency Over Intensity

Regular, steady and constant activity is more beneficial and sustainable than sporadic high-intensity workouts. So, consider choosing activities that you enjoy doing can help to maintain that long-term approach to a physically active lifestyle.

Leveraging Technology

Finally, use modern fitness trackers to gain more detailed insights into physical activity. Similarly, linking with online communities offers motivation, challenges, and social support, making it easier to stay committed to your goals.

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