Counting steps is easy using a phone, a wearable or a fitness tracker. And scientists have lots of data to figure out how ...

The 10,000 steps per day goal is made up — but new research finds 7,000 steps per day may be the magic number for better health and longevity.

A new study suggests that hitting 7,000 steps a day could be sufficient to ward off a range of serious illnesses, offering a more attainable target than the widely publicised 10,000-step goal ...

Walking just 7,000 steps per day can lower a person’s risk of certain health issues, according to a new study. “While the 10,000-step goal is widely known, it lacks a solid evidence base ...

The 7,000-Step Sweet Spot According to the researchers, walking approximately 7,000 steps per day is linked to substantial reductions in the risk of several major health concerns.

Most of us have heard you need 10,000 steps a day to stave off health problems, but new research is finding that number is not necessary -- though more is always better.

Counting steps is easy using a phone, a wearable or a fitness tracker. And scientists have lots of data to figure out how many daily steps you need to improve your health. Here's what they've found.

Most of us have heard you need 10,000 steps a day to stave off health problems, but new research is finding that number is not necessary -- though more is always better.