Do You Actually Need 10,000 steps a day? By rjoachim | December 7, 2024 | 0 While 10,000 steps a day is a popular fitness goal, it’s not a strict requirement for everyone.1 The ideal number of steps can vary depending on individual factors like age, health, and activity level. 2 Aiming for at least 7,000 steps a day is generally recommended for most people to maintain good health. Posted in Exercise & Fitness and tagged Activity, Age, fitness goal, Health, steps, walking