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Can't hit 10K steps per day? Why just 4K make a big difference

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4 Your HealthJanuary 16, 2025 12:12 pm

Can't hit 10K steps per day? Why just 4K make a big difference

Research shows taking just 4,000 steps per day can decrease your risk of death from causes including cancer, diabetes and a heart attack. A lifestyle medicine physician explains to News4’s Erika Gonzalez.

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