As a study casts doubt on the daily steps maxim, we take a look at some other health benchmarks we’re often told to strive for.

Target easier to achieve than 10,000 steps and linked to 37% reduction in cancer deaths

Everyone targets 10,000 steps - but a lower tally could reduce the risk of serious health issues like cancer, dementia and heart disease, a study suggests.

A study involving 160,000 people has ‘debunked the myth’ that 10,000 steps a day are necessary to prevent chronic conditions

As a study casts doubt on the daily steps maxim, we take a look at some other health benchmarks we’re often told to strive for.