According to research published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, walking more than 7,000 steps a day is linked to a significantly lower risk of developing 13 different types of cancer, including breast, colon, liver, kidney, lung, bladder, and endometrial cancers.
According to Study Finds, participants wore activity trackers and were followed for six years. The study found that cancer risk began to drop around 5,000 steps daily, with a 16% reduction observed at 7,000 steps. Beyond 9,000 steps, the benefits plateaued.
Importantly, the protective effect held up even after adjusting for factors like BMI, smoking, and demographics. The researchers noted that step count mattered more than walking speed, meaning even light, casual walking contributed to the reduced risk
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