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How can walking fewer steps actually cause me to lose weight? Seems counterintuitive - is this healthy or just a temporary effect?

Walking 10,000 steps a day can help you lose weight, with each mile burned between 55-140 calories.

Sedentary behavior, such as sitting, may contribute more to weight gain than physical activity levels.

People might overestimate the number of calories burned through walking, leading to overconsumption.

Lower body mass index (BMI) is associated with walking at least 7,000 steps per day.

The idea "I was skinnier when I walked less" may be influenced by factors such as dietary changes or health conditions.

A healthy body weight can help prevent frailty in older adults.

High-intensity workouts can help you lose fluids quickly and break a sweat.

The "10,000 steps a day" goal originally emerged from a marketing campaign, not scientific research.

Exercise can improve muscle strength, promoting a toned appearance even for those who are skinny.

Low bone mass in older adults increases the risk of fractures, falls, and osteoporosis, making exercise crucial for preventing frailty.

Calculate your specific calorie burn using a pedometer, taking into account miles walked, minutes walked, or steps taken.

Water retention due to high sodium meals, carbs, or increased water intake can temporarily affect scale readings.

When gaining weight from a low weight to a normal weight, initial weight gain often occurs in the midsection before distributing more evenly.

Exercise addiction may cause weight gain around the midsection due to muscle growth from increased physical activity.

Walking fewer steps might coincide with weight loss if accompanied by changes in diet or overall physical activity level.