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EPISODE · Oct 31, 2025 · 5 MIN

Is 10,000 steps a one-goal-fits-all?

from Question of the Week, from the Naked Scientists · host Dr Chris Smith

John writes in wondering whether the 10,000 steps rule applies eqully to everyone, given the range of body types and fitness among the population. James Tytko wondered where the 10,000 number came from in the first place, and sought an answer to John's question with the help of Dr Raj Amarnani, Consultant in Sport, Exercise and Muscoskeletel Medicine... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

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