The article argues that in a world of overwhelming wearable-device data, only a handful of metrics truly matter for long-term health: heart rate variability, VO₂ max, sleep consistency, daily steps, and respiratory rate.
Among those, Dr. Milica underscores the value of simply tracking daily steps — calling it “a quantifiable number” that can halve your risk of disease, making basic movement one of the best health investments you can make. The piece suggests that rather than chasing flashy metrics, focusing on consistent activity, recovery, and overall lifestyle tends to give you the most meaningful health feedback. Keep it up and keep it simple.