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Rethinking the 10,000-Step Benchmark: A Practical Path to Health for Thai Readers
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Recent evidence shows the iconic 10,000-step goal is not a universal magic number. For busy Thai lifestyles—from Bangkok’s crowded streets to rural routines—meaningful health benefits come with far fewer daily steps.
Across large datasets, researchers find that consistent movement matters more than a fixed milestone. Health risk reductions begin well below 10,000 steps, with notable benefits seen at roughly 2,500 to 4,000 steps per day. Movement experts emphasize regular activity and consistency over chasing an arbitrary target.
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