Step UpBuild up to 10,000 steps a day
Jumping straight to 10,000 is how most people quit. Start from what you walk now and add a little each week.
Your plan
Take a rest day when you need one. If you have a health condition, check with your doctor before you start.
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How it works
1Find your normal day
Your average from the last week is a good starting point.
2Pick a goal
Each week adds about 10%, and at least 500 steps, until you reach it.
3Follow the weeks
Hit each week's number on most days before moving up.
Questions
Do I have to reach 10,000?
No. 10,000 is a popular round number, not a medical rule. 7,000 to 8,000 a day is still a great goal for many people.
What if I miss a week?
Repeat it. Moving up slowly is better than giving up.
What counts as a step?
Anything your phone or watch counts: walking to work, the stairs, a walk with the dog.