British-born American actress Helen Mirren participates in the photocall of the film Shazam! Fury of the gods at Palazzo Manfredi in front of the Colosseum. Rome (Italy), March 02nd, 2023. People over 70 years of age reduce their heart by 14% taking longer steps. MASSIMO INSABATO/SWNS TALKER
People over 70 who walk just an extra 500 steps a day lower their risk of heart failure or a stroke by 14 percent, according to a new study.
A elderly woman talking steps on the side of her bike. Researchers found that, for senior citizens, every 500 additional daily steps – around a quarter of a mile of walking – reduces the risk of heart trouble. SHVETS PRODUCTION/SWNS TALKER
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