India, Oct. 23 -- With age, people naturally move less. Usually, many would caution elderly people to move with care to avoid any injuries or strain. Although this advice makes sense, becoming completely sedentary isn't a viable option either. As an alternative, gentle low-impact exercises are suggested. But what about step count?

For younger adults, walking daily 7000 to 10,000 steps is deemed to be the benchmark for staying healthy. Is there any such step count for older adults then? A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine on October 21, 2025, answered this complex question, unveiling a step count for the elderly population.

As per the study, taking 4,000 steps just once or twice a week works. One doesn't need to w...