Sleep, run, hydrate - should you be a stickler for recommended daily doses?

A recent study challenges the notion of 10,000 steps daily for optimal health, suggesting 7,000 steps suffice. But what about other health targets like sleep, water intake, exercise, and mindfulness? Experts discuss the importance of these benchmarks - like drinking 6-8 glasses of water daily, sleeping 7-9 hours, and exercising 150 minutes per week - and whether there's flexibility in meeting them. Understanding the significance of these health ideals can help individuals lead long, healthy, and happy lives, even if they don't adhere strictly to recommended doses.