José Abellán, cardiologist, on taking 10,000 steps a day: “It’s a myth, in reality it’s fewer steps, but how you take them matters a lot.”

Cardiologist José Abellán has addressed the widely held belief regarding daily physical activity, stating that the popular goal of achieving 10,000 steps a day is a myth. According to the specialist, the actual number of steps required is lower, but the manner in which they are performed is of significant importance.

Walking is highlighted as one of the optimal exercises for maintaining health, offering a lower impact on joints and a reduced risk of injury compared to more high-impact activities such as running or jumping.