Seven Ways to Boost Your Step Count as Winter Approaches

As the days grow shorter and colder in the northern hemisphere, it’s easy to feel sluggish and less motivated to move your body. The seasonal shift always hits me hard-I tend to get a cold and lose the motivation to do the things that keep me healthy and energised, like eating well, running, and going to the gym. This year is going to be different, though. I’m fighting that pattern by focusing on one simple habit: walking.

I’ve committed to walking 10,000 steps daily throughout November. While I will still run and lift during the week, my main exercise focus and priority is walking. I’m curious to see how this impacts my energy levels. Nine days in (and still dealing with the usual seasonal cold), it’s too soon to tell about the physical effects, but I can already feel a positive shift in my mental health. Walking more has given me time to listen to podcasts and audiobooks, brainstorm new ideas, and enjoy quality time with my dog.

If you’d like to join me in feeling the benefits of walking more before the end of the year, here are seven ways to boost your step count:

1. Set an Appropriate Step Goal

While 10,000 steps a day is a popular benchmark, it’s not the correct number for everyone (the idea originated from the marketing team of a Japanese…