Contributions to physical and mental health explained on World Walking Day
Experts state that every step is very valuable for health, emphasizing that walking strengthens not only physical endurance but also mental well-being.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hikmet Uçgun from Atlas University stated in his evaluation on the occasion of World Walking Day on October 3-4 that every step is important for health and that regular walking supports mental health as well as physical health.
World Walking Day and Expert Opinions
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hikmet Uçgun, Head of the Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at Atlas University Faculty of Health Sciences, made important evaluations within the scope of World Walking Day on October 3-4.
Stating that every step is beneficial for health, the expert emphasized that the amount of movement should be gradually increased according to the person's age and health status.
Risks of Sedentary Lifestyle and Data
It was pointed out that with technology making life easier, the amount of daily movement has decreased significantly.
According to World Health Organization data, it was noted that approximately one-third of adults fail to reach recommended physical activity levels and that inactivity poses a major risk for chronic diseases.
Step Goals and Scientific Research
It was stated that the goal of 10,000 steps a day is not a scientifically mandatory health threshold.
According to a meta-analysis study published in 2025, it was reported that even taking about 7,000 steps a day is associated with significant health benefits.
Recommendations for Increasing Mobility in Daily Life
It was stated that for a more active life, exercise should not be confined only to gyms.
It was expressed that small changes such as using stairs instead of elevators and walking short distances will increase mobility throughout the day.