179. 10k Steps Every Day: Is It Really Necessary or Total BS?

We’ve all heard it: get your 10,000 steps a day! But…where the HELL did that even come from, and is it *actually* necessary?! Here’s the truth - you don’t NEED to hit 10k steps a day to reach your health goals. I get that not everyone has the time or flexibility in their schedule to walk that much daily. What really matters is being aware of your movement + choosing to move with PURPOSE (something that has really helped me). 10,000 steps/day isn’t magic, but it IS a reminder. It’s a tool that has brought attention to just how little we move in a day. You’ve got to plan and schedule it in, because you DO have the time - it’s just about how you’re managing it in your everyday life. Walking is one of THE simplest, most underrated tools in the game. Let’s stop overcomplicating things - it’s time to start walking more and building healthy habits that fit your lifestyle!! In this episode, we cover: Where the 10k steps/day idea actually came from Why you don’t need 10k steps to reach your goals How I’ve started walking more on purpose How our super-sedentary lifestyle is holding us back Busting the “I don’t have time” excuse Simple ways to be more mindful about moving MORE Why less movement means less food if you still want results Staying consistent with daily movement (on YOUR terms) Links/Resources: Join IT GIRL Community Membership Join FIT CLUB , my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gym PRIVATE COACHING is my 1:1 program (choose 3 or 6 month option) Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast so we can keep this conversation going-be sure to tag me in your posts and stories! Join my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your Fitness Click HERE for my favorite fitness & life things! Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show