How to achieve 10,000 steps a day
Life gets busy, and especially during the winter months when the sun goes down, it’s hard to find the time to get 10k steps in a day. Well I have the solution for you.
If you’re ready to maximize your workday and end your 9 to 5 without feeling like you need to walk for hours, this blog is for you.
In this blog we’re going to dive into:
Why it’s important to move throughout the day
How walking impacts your health
How to incorporate more movement during the day
Why it’s important to move throughout the day
A physical therapist and friend of mine once told me: you can’t undo 8 hours of sitting with a 30 minute to hour long work out. You just can’t! Repeated over days, months, and years - your body will start to feel the effects. Whether that manifests as stiff joints, back pain, or something else, your body keeps the score! SO it’s super important to get up out of your set and do some movement. Our bodies were not built to sit all day.
While getting 10K steps is just an arbitrary number, it’s helpful to have a reference point or a goal each day to ensure you’re moving!
How walking impacts your health
Walking or simply moving throughout the day is so important for your health. It helps regulate your metabolism by stabilizing your glucose responses, keeps your muscles and core engaged as you take each step, and supports cardiovascular health. The best part - walking is free! Put on a podcast, call a friend or family member, and just get up and MOVE!
How to incorporate more movement during the day
If you’re ready to achieve 10K steps a day, or just create more movement in your daily routine, here are a few simple and effective practices that you can incorporate into your everyday.
Take a few 20 minute walks throughout the work day
Block your calendar, clear you head, get outside for some fresh air
Take your phone, open the reminder app and use it as a brainstorming session.
It’s a great way to think critically without being distracted by the endless emails, messages, or slacks.
If there’s one thing I suggest you do, it’s invest in a walking pad.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND purchasing a walking pad so you can habit stack your workday. It is an absolute game changer. Walking throughout the day is so beneficial for your health and it really helps you avoid that afternoon slump.
I LOVE the REDLIRO Under Desk Treadmill 2 in 1 Walking Pad and I use it every single day. I’ll even use it on the weekends while i’m reading or watching an episode of TV!
Setup a coffee and walk date
This is one of my favorite ways to catch up with friends and fill your cup.
Even better, schedule a weekday meet up so you get some quality time with friends before the workday even starts
I love to schedule a few walking dates with friends throughout the week to guarantee some movement and quality time with my favorite people
