The Pacing Paradox: Intensity Trumps Quantity in Walking's Health Benefits For decades, the 10,000 steps a day mantra has guided walkers towards better health.
However, researchers at Monash University in Australia have found that intensity may be just as crucial – if not more so – than sheer quantity.
A study of nearly 65,000 individuals with activity tracking devices over seven consecutive days revealed that walking at a brisker pace can be just as beneficial as longer walks at a leisurely pace.