How to master the art of completing 10k steps daily
Reaching 10,000 steps a day has long been regarded as the benchmark for fitness tracking. In an age where sedentary lifestyles are becoming the norm, achieving that might seem like a daunting task. However, integrating more movement into your day doesn't have to be an overwhelming challenge. You can make it interesting! All you need to do is to engage in mindful practices.
Take short walk breaks
One useful strategy to get more steps throughout the day is to take brief walks to break up extended periods of sitting. Every hour, set a timer to remind yourself to get up, stretch, and take a little stroll. These quick breaks can lessen the detrimental effects of prolonged sitting on your health in addition to increasing your step count.
Dance
Not only does dancing to your favorite music improve your mood, but every step you take toward your 10,000 step target counts. Choose a song to play, then dance your way out. You can also turn household chores into a dance party. Put on your favorite music and dance around while doing tasks like cleaning, cooking, or organizing.
Avoid online delivery
The entire world is at our fingertips. The charm of getting our groceries or other food items from the local retailers has been replaced by the convenience of online delivery. However, to ensure that those steps are recorded, steer clear of online delivery applications and instead walk to your neighborhood retailers to buy groceries and other items.
Walk and talk
Utilize your phone calls as a chance to walk. When you get a call, take it while walking around your house, workplace, or outdoor area. This easy practice adds a dose of physical activity to your day without taking up extra time, while also increasing your step count. A hands-free device can make it easy to incorporate steps into your conversations.
Walk between erands
Let's say you need to finish a lot of errands. Park your car in a central area and walk to and from all of your errands rather than driving between them. While running errands on foot may seem like a longer task, it easily can add to your daily step count. Additionally, whenever possible, opt for stairs instead of elevators or escalators.
