Researchers have found that pace is a crucial factor in reducing the risk of early death. A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine suggests that taking fewer steps at a faster rate can be just as beneficial as taking more steps at a slower rate. The idea of a daily step goal originated from a 1960s Japanese pedometer campaign, rather than a specific scientific finding. Further details on the study's findings are available. The study's coauthor is a professor at Monash University.

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The study was published on a Tuesday.