Vary Your Distances

There's a lot of emphasis lately on getting in a certain number of steps per day. But I feel that being too concerned with a strict regimen can hinder then enjoyment of walking and the sense of accomplishment for any distance moved in a day. Plus, the body does best with lots of variance in not only types of movement but also with frequency and duration as well. My suggestion is to plan on walking varying distances throughout the week: some days, you may hike for 7 miles, others you may only walk 1 mile, and others you may walk by going to the store or simply around your room. Think of any movement as input for the body. Remember to celebrate and enjoy all the steps you take.