Daunted by the concept of 10,000 steps? Not to worry, a new study finds that 7,000 might be enough for a host of important health benefits. From cancer to heart disease, the risk of a host of chronic ...

We’ve all heard it: 10,000 steps a day is the magic number for improving health and longevity. It’s been touted as the ultimate fitness goal for years. But what if we told you that 7,000 steps might ...

Walking 10,000 steps a day has long been a fitness cliche. But new research suggests that the health benefits of walking ramp up until about 7,000 steps -- before leveling out. And as daily goals go, ...