Think 10,000 Steps a Day Is the Magic Number for Brain Health? Research Suggests Otherwise

A study found that benefits associated with your cognitive health begin at a different step count. Experts say pace and consistency matter just as much as distance.

BY LUCIA AUERBACH, NEWS WRITER

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For years, we’ve treated 10,000 daily steps as the magic number for optimal health. However, new research on dementia suggests the payoff for your brain starts well below that.

According to a study of over 75,000 adults........

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