Doctor Chisom Ikeji Says 7,000-8,000 Daily Steps Cut Mortality Risk
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Updated · Hindustan Times · Aug 24
Doctor Chisom Ikeji Says 7,000-8,000 Daily Steps Cut Mortality Risk
1 articles · Updated · Hindustan Times · Aug 24
Summary
Dr. Chisom Ikeji said walking should count as real exercise, arguing people do not need a gym, special shoes or weighted gear to start improving fitness.
7,000 to 8,000 steps a day were linked in one study she cited to lower mortality, and she said health gains begin well below the often-cited 10,000-step mark.
Regular walking, she said, is associated with lower rates of hypertension, type 2 diabetes, cognitive impairment and premature death while also supporting brain health.
Everyday movement—errands, household chores, dog walks or laps around home—can raise step counts cheaply and consistently, making walking especially accessible for many people.