The 10,000 steps target came to rise from Japan in the 1960s and quickly became a popular trend. Many people consider this five-digits walking routine their fitness mantra. It sure sounds scientific, but it’s a surprise for many that this target did not come from medical research. In fact, it came from a marketing campaign for a pedometer. However, the step count does provide health benefits, but it doesn’t have to be 10,000 steps a day. According to Harvard’s Women’s Health Study, meaningful health benefits begin well below 10,000 steps. And for certain individuals the 10,000-step trend can become risky or counterproductive. For this reason, howsoever popular the 10,000 steps target is, it is certainly not for everyone. Below we mention who should not walk 10,000 steps daily and why. (Image credits: Canva)
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