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    Beyond 10,000 Steps: Realistic Step Count for Health Benefits

    The common belief that one should aim for 10,000 steps daily for optimal health is a marketing strategy originating from a Japanese company during the 1964 Olympics. While walking is beneficial, healthier step targets can be more modest, with research suggesting benefits level off around 7,500 steps. You don’t need special devices to track steps,…

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