Taking 8,000 Steps a Day Linked to Longer Life Span

Research suggests taking 8,000 steps per day reduces risk of death from cardiovascular causes and all causes.
Every 500 extra daily steps is associated with a 7% lower cardiovascular death risk.
Each additional 1,000 daily steps is linked to a 15% decreased risk of death from any cause.
Just 8,000 steps 1-3 days weekly still cuts overall 10-year mortality risk.
Pandemic has sharply reduced daily steps, possibly impacting long-term health.