People often talk about 10,000 steps a day. It is not entirely clear where that goal comes from. You better approach it differently…
It's healthy to get enough exercise every day, but according to Public Health England we don't have to stick to the 10,000 steps a day. Moderate intensity exercise would be a better choice. For example, go for a brisk walk for ten minutes. At 10,000 steps per day, the steps can also be taken at a slow pace.
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When you walk briskly, your heart rate increases and your breathing speeds up. According to Public Health England, taking a short brisk walk every day can reduce your risk of premature death by 15 percent. Next time, just take the pass?
