Do You Walk Less in Winter? You're Not Alone – and It Matters
A two-year study tracking step counts in people with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes found a clear seasonal pattern: average daily steps were significantly higher in summer and spring compared to winter and fall, with the lowest counts recorded in January and during holiday periods across all seasons.
If cold weather or busy holidays are slowing you down, you're in good company, but it's worth having a plan to keep moving year-round.
Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (2026)
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