Study: Women Over 60 Need Fewer Daily Steps to Reduce Heart Failure Risk
A study found that women between 63 and 99 years old only need an average of 3,600 steps per day to reduce heart failure risk by 26%, much lower than the commonly recommended 10,000 steps per day. Light activities like housework and walking can also lower heart disease risk in older women.
Key Points
- Women between 63 and 99 need 3,600 steps/day to reduce heart failure risk by 26%
- Light activities and walking can lower heart disease risk in older women
Pros
- Lowered heart failure risk with fewer daily steps
- Light activities like housework can be beneficial for heart health
Cons
- Observational study design may limit causation interpretation