24/07/2025
For decades, the 10,000-step target has dominated fitness apps and pedometer marketing, but it turns out that 7,000 daily steps can reduce mortality risk by nearly half compared to 2,000 steps, according to a major new study in The Lancet Public Health.
Key findings:
✔️ 47% lower risk of all-cause mortality
✔️ Drop in risk of heart disease, cancer, dementia & depression
✔️ Most of the benefit levels off around 7,000 steps
✔️ More steps = more benefit, but smaller returns
The graphic below clearly shows the benefits of daily movement, and we hope the 7,000-step target will provide a more achievable goal for those who find 10,000 steps hard to reach. Small increases in daily movement can lead to big health wins, it's all about progress, not perfection