Walking and Longevity: How Daily Steps Impact Mortality in Older Men
Dr. Kumar’s Take:
An older study published in The New England Journal of Medicine found that retired, nonsmoking men who walked more than two miles per day had nearly half the mortality rate of those who walked less than one mile per day over a 12-year follow-up. This reinforces the idea that even low-intensity exercise like walking can have profound health benefits. If you’re looking to improve longevity and reduce disease risk, start making daily walks a habit!