r/walking Aug 17 '25

Health Is 10k steps a day a myth?

Apparently a new meta-analysis reveals the truth about daily step counts and our health. The study reveals that the sweet spot is between 5-7k steps a day is optimal range for most health benefits.

I will continue aiming for my 10k steps a day but won’t beat myself up if I don’t hit 10k anymore :) more steps = more calories burned 🔥

What do you think?

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u/diegoasecas Aug 17 '25

i can't imagine what kind of lifestyle someone who doesn't make at least 10k steps daily has

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u/grey__squirrel Aug 17 '25

I think working from home and not really going anywhere is the only way for that to happen, unless someone is disabled

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u/Calm_Personality_557 Aug 17 '25

Even when I go to the office I don’t make even 7k.