guidelinesfor physical activity from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) were last updated in 2018.
For adults, thats 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week.
Updated guidelines from HHS are not expected before 2028.
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There was little information on the relationship between steps and health.
Womens Health Study researchers followed up with the women regularly through the end of 2022.
So How Many Steps Do You Need?
The study doesnt offer advice on whether to choose step counting or time measurement for exercise.
Hamaya said that each has advantages and disadvantages.
Step counts, for example, may not account for differences in fitness levels.
But, added Hamaya, steps are straightforward to measure and less subject to interpretation compared to exercise intensity.
Thats why its important for physical activity guidelines to offer multiple ways to reach goals, Hamaya said.
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