In India, people averaging only 4,297 steps a day, according to a study by Stanford University researchers. (Representational Image) In India, people averaging only 4,297 steps a day, according to a study by Stanford University researchers. (Representational Image)In comparison with other countries, Indians are ranked as among the laziest, revealed a study conducted by Stanford University researchers. The study, which compared walking patterns of people from 46 countries, placed India at a low 39, with people averaging only 4,297 steps a day. Prior research conducted in the US showed ‘walkability’ in a city and pedestrian-friendliness affected activity inequality in an urban setting.

Source: Indian Express July 14, 2017 05:12 UTC