PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — It is extremely important to exercise regularly, but what is the reasoning behind getting 10,000 steps a day?
Turns out that numberwas part of a Japanese marketing campaign and was programmed into many of our smart devices linked to smartwatches. As a result, most people think 10,000 is an ideal number.
Fifteen studies confirm that 10,000 is not a magic number, but the key point is that any aerobic exercise, even 500 steps helps. The key is to get out there and get moving.
Get more medical reports from Dr. Brian McDonough.
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