How many steps a day do you really need to take?

Walking just 7,000 steps per day can lower a person’s risk of certain health issues, according to a new study.

“While the 10,000-step goal is widely known, it lacks a solid evidence base,” says Borja del Pozo Cruz, a physical activity epidemiologist at Universidad Europea de Madrid. “A target around 7,000 steps is more achievable for many and still provides substantial health benefits.”

To understand how walking might impact a range of health conditions, del Pozo…