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Maintaining Weight Loss May Require Fewer Than 10,000 Daily Steps

Maintaining Weight Loss May Require Fewer Than 10,000 Daily Steps

New reporting suggests the often-cited 10,000-step benchmark isn’t necessary for weight maintenance. Research indicates a different target may suffice, challenging a popular fitness guideline.

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Number of steps a day to maintain weight loss isn't 10,000