We’ve all heard the benchmark we need to hit: 10,000 steps per day. And that’s definitely a smart goal to have; according to the CDC, adults need 150 minutes per day of moderate aerobic activity. That translates to at least 7,000-8,000 steps per day, and I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t get anywhere near that, and I really need to increase my average daily steps.
Working from home—and well basically working behind a computer in general—isn’t helping me reach my daily goal. So I’ve been on a mission lately (just ask all of my friends) to increase my average daily steps. I may be a little bit late to the game after the FitBit craze a few years ago, and right now I rely on my handy iHealth app on my phone (though it’s definitely not as cool). With all of the amazing FitBit designs these days, and my recent obsession with my step count, I’m tempted to buy this one soon.
In an effort to increase my average daily steps, I’ve adopted a few simple habits in my daily routine on top of my daily workouts, which you’ll find in the slideshow above. These easy changes have a) opened my eyes to how much more I should be moving, b) have entertained me while I keep track of my activity (I’m a data nerd) and c) have helped me feel stronger and more energetic throughout my day. Win-win-win. Tell me, how do you fit more activity in your day to increase your own average daily steps? Cheers, Kat
