🌟 Step Up for Better Health! 🚶♀️🚶♂️
Tired of stressing over hitting 10,000 steps daily? New research offers great news! Turns out, just 4,000 steps once or twice a week can dramatically boost your health. A recent study reveals that older women who manage this reduce their early death risk by a whopping 26% and cut heart disease risk by 27%.
The key takeaway from experts? It’s the number of steps, not necessarily how often you take them, that really counts. So if pounding the pavement daily isn’t your thing, don’t worry. Move in ways you love!
For an extra health boost, aim for three days of 4,000 steps. This could lower your early death risk by 40%, while maintaining a 27% dip in heart disease risk. Even stepping up to 5,000-7,000 steps reaps benefits, though they’re slightly less dramatic.
These findings, backed by researchers from Harvard, emphasise the importance of step count over weekly frequency, promoting better health without the pressure of daily targets.
The study tracked over 13,000 women, typically around 72 years old, over nearly 11 years. During this time, clear patterns emerged—more steps led to better health outcomes.
So, ladies, don’t stress the stride count every day! Just 4,000 steps, even if just a couple of times a week, can be your ticket to a healthier, longer life. 🌼
Ready to rethink your step goals? Let’s get moving, our way! 🏃♀️💪
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