Steps vs. Minutes: Rethinking Exercise Measurement for Longevity
A new analysis from the Women's Health Study suggests that step count, in addition to duration of physical activity, can be a useful metric for reducing mortality and cardiovascular disease risk. Women who took more than 7000 steps per day had a 42% lower mortality risk, while those who engaged in over 150 minutes of moderate activity per week had a 32% lower mortality risk. The findings highlight the potential of step counting as an easier way to track physical activity, though further studies are needed across diverse populations.