May 11, 2026 5:24 PM
Walking 8,500 steps daily may help prevent weight regain after dieting: Study
Increasing daily step count to around 8,500 and maintaining it over time may help people avoid regaining weight after dieting, according to a new study set to be presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO) 2026 in Istanbul. The research found a clear association between higher daily step counts and long-term weight maintenance following weight loss. Researchers said people who increased their physical activity during the weight-loss phase and sustained it afterwards regained significant...