
Rethinking the 10,000 Steps Goal: Benefits, Risks, and Effective Alternatives
A new 'Japanese walking' method involves 30-minute sessions of alternating low and high-intensity walking, claiming to offer '10 times the benefits' of traditional 10,000 steps daily. Based on a 2007 study, this approach can improve muscle strength, aerobic capacity, and blood pressure, and is more time-efficient. While it provides significant health benefits, it may be less effective than accumulating higher total step counts throughout the day and might reduce the mental health benefits of more relaxed walks. Suitable for busy individuals, its success depends on personal preference and consistency.



