BMC Psychiatry January 2018 PMID 29361921

"Happy feet": evaluating the benefits of a 100-day 10,000 step challenge on mental health and wellbeing.

K T Hallam, S Bilsborough, M de Courten

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79
Peak: 18 in Jan 2020
across 6 sources since Jan 2020

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Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions largely highlight the positive mental health benefits of the 100-day walking challenge, with posts emphasizing improvements in depression, anxiety, and stress, using phrases like 'significantly decreased' and 'improvements in wellbeing.' However, a skeptical comment questions the scientific basis of the 10,000 steps goal, demonstrating contrasting views. Overall, the tone combines enthusiasm and motivation, reflecting a belief in the challenge's potential impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions are supportive of the research findings, emphasizing mental health benefits and viewing the walking challenge as beneficial.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high interest, with many references to physical and mental health improvements, including specific benefits like reduced depression and stress.

EngagementModerate engagement

Some posts actively engage by quoting the research, sharing motivational phrases, and discussing the significance of mental health improvements.

ImpactModerate impact

The overall tone suggests a modest but meaningful impact, encouraging physical activity as a mental health strategy, with some skepticism from a critical post.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explores the mental health benefits of a 100-day, 10,000-step walking challenge, showing small but consistent improvements in depression, anxiety, stress, and overall wellbeing.
  • The positive effects on mental health were observed regardless of whether participants actually hit the 10,000 steps daily, suggesting that participation itself might be key.
  • These findings suggest that such medium-term walking programs can boost mental health, emphasizing their potential as sustainable, enjoyable strategies to enhance wellbeing.]

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Julieth Sebba Bilakwate, MD
@JuliethSebbaMD · X

#Healthchallenge: Tembea hatua nyingi zaidi leo. Mazoezi ya mwili (physical activity) huboresha afya ya akili kwa kusaidia kuachiliwa kwa vichochezi/kemikali za furaha kwenye ubongo. Hivyo kupunguza dalili za msongo wa mawazo, sonona na hofu kupitiliza. https://t.co/JewBdX1eZX https://t.co/inA5BVJ7fu

Jan 16, 2020 · 55 likes · 18 shares · 18,263 followers View post →
Alexey Weiss, MD
@dweisa · X

Тот факт, что некоторые исследования показали, что это улучшает здоровье сердца, психическое здоровье и даже снижает риск диабета, может в некоторой степени объяснить, почему мы придерживаемся этого произвольного числа. https://t.co/CBlAyGvcyx

Feb 19, 2021 · 17 likes · 25,444 followers View post →
Jeffrey Peng, MD
@JeffreyPengMD · X

/7 What about mental health? Participating in a 100 day 10,000 step program significantly decreased depression, anxiety, and stress. This effect was seen even in those who did not reach the daily 10,000 step goal. Just getting out to walk helped. https://t.co/869beDjbqK

Dec 15, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,547 followers View post →
Pathik Joshi
@pathikj80 · X

A few days back smeone shared a Quora post wch read "The 10000 steps/d thng has no scientific evidence supporting it & is a marketing gimmick to boost pedometer sales." The evidence: https://t.co/008vobaZvi https://t.co/kxQqxRlajQ https://t.co/g0glH34LAq https://t.co/izbshNvaN5

Jul 31, 2021 · 1 like · 3,290 followers View post →
Jean-Jésus
@lejeanjesus · X

@PetrifyTCG Looks like 4400 steps a day is enough according to https://t.co/JqM9FuOX4N

Jun 16, 2024 · 1 like · 97 followers View post →
University Health Hub
@Unihealthhub100 · X

30 mins of mod intensity exercise 5 days/week "Walking is a man's best medicine" This research paper saw improvements in the participants mental health and wellbeing after taking part in this walking initiative. Have a read and take a walk! #10,000steps https://t.co/G40KN3xqHg

May 6, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 38 followers View post →

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Dr. Jin W. Sung · Nov 16, 2022 10,697 views
Jean-Jésus
@lejeanjesus · X

@PetrifyTCG Looks like 4400 steps a day is enough according to https://t.co/JqM9FuOX4N

Jun 16, 2024 · 1 like · 97 followers View post →
GLASS_PhD
@joybeingfree99 · X

RT @JeffreyPengMD: /7 What about mental health? Participating in a 100 day 10,000 step program significantly decreased depression, anxiety…

May 21, 2023 · 1 share · 6,619 followers View post →
Jeffrey Peng, MD
@JeffreyPengMD · X

/7 What about mental health? Participating in a 100 day 10,000 step program significantly decreased depression, anxiety, and stress. This effect was seen even in those who did not reach the daily 10,000 step goal. Just getting out to walk helped. https://t.co/869beDjbqK

Dec 15, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,547 followers View post →
Provention Limited
@ProventionLtd · X

https://t.co/cNOFFoqsHT One step at a time. @ProventionLtd #stepchallenge2022

Jul 12, 2022 · 7 followers View post →
Pathik Joshi
@pathikj80 · X

A few days back smeone shared a Quora post wch read "The 10000 steps/d thng has no scientific evidence supporting it & is a marketing gimmick to boost pedometer sales." The evidence: https://t.co/008vobaZvi https://t.co/kxQqxRlajQ https://t.co/g0glH34LAq https://t.co/izbshNvaN5

Jul 31, 2021 · 1 like · 3,290 followers View post →
Antoine Brz
@ValentinBrz · X

https://t.co/dnep21GmPK

Jul 20, 2021 · 196 followers View post →
Alexey Weiss, MD
@dweisa · X

Тот факт, что некоторые исследования показали, что это улучшает здоровье сердца, психическое здоровье и даже снижает риск диабета, может в некоторой степени объяснить, почему мы придерживаемся этого произвольного числа. https://t.co/CBlAyGvcyx

Feb 19, 2021 · 17 likes · 25,444 followers View post →
University Health Hub
@Unihealthhub100 · X

30 mins of mod intensity exercise 5 days/week "Walking is a man's best medicine" This research paper saw improvements in the participants mental health and wellbeing after taking part in this walking initiative. Have a read and take a walk! #10,000steps https://t.co/G40KN3xqHg

May 6, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 38 followers View post →
#TOTMedics
@TOTMedics2020 · X

RT @JuliethSebba: #Healthchallenge: Tembea hatua nyingi zaidi leo. Mazoezi ya mwili (physical activity) huboresha afya ya akili kwa kusaid…

Jan 17, 2020 · 18 shares · 2,974 followers View post →
Legal
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Mental Health Tanzania
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Julieth Sebba Bilakwate, MD
@JuliethSebbaMD · X

#Healthchallenge: Tembea hatua nyingi zaidi leo. Mazoezi ya mwili (physical activity) huboresha afya ya akili kwa kusaidia kuachiliwa kwa vichochezi/kemikali za furaha kwenye ubongo. Hivyo kupunguza dalili za msongo wa mawazo, sonona na hofu kupitiliza. https://t.co/JewBdX1eZX https://t.co/inA5BVJ7fu

Jan 16, 2020 · 55 likes · 18 shares · 18,263 followers View post →