Is 7,000 Steps a Day Really Enough After 50?

Do you really need to walk 10,000 steps a day to be healthy after 50? For years, that number has been treated like a rule. But it turns out it was never based on science. In this video, I break down the latest research published in The Lancet Public Health, which analyzed data from 57 studies across 10 countries. The findings show that walking about 7,000 steps a day delivers most of the health benefits people are chasing with 10,000 steps, especially as we get older. You’ll learn: Where the 10,000-step myth came from Why 7,000 steps may be the real “sweet spot” after 50 How walking fewer steps can still lower the risk of early death, heart disease, and dementia Why even small increases in daily steps still matter If 10,000 steps feels overwhelming, this video will help you rethink your walking goals and focus on what actually works. 👉 Watch until the end for a simple, realistic way to reach 7,000 steps without long workouts or extreme routines. Chapters: 0:00 Why 10,000 steps became the standard 1:30 The study that changed the conversation 3:00 Why 7,000 steps works after 50 4:45 Even small increases matter 5:30 How to reach 7,000 steps in real life 6:45 Final takeaway If this helped you: 👍 Like the video 📌 Subscribe for simple, science-based walking and health content after 50 💬 Comment: How many steps do you average right now?