How Many Steps Should I Get Each Day?

Step tracking is a trend that shows no signs of waning, especially as pedometers, activity wearables, and step challenges grow in popularity. Increasing daily steps and intentional walking is a convenient form of physical activity. You can easily adapt pace and intensity to fit your personal fitness level, and it requires little to no equipment. This exercise is accessible, but how many steps should we aim for? Is there a magic number to reach each day? What are the benefits of increasing your step count? Let’s explore the answers to these questions to help you build a realistic and sustainable walking routine. Should I Aim for 10,000 Steps Each Day? You’ve probably heard that you should strive for 10,000 steps per day. However, you might be wondering where this number came from. Is there any scientific evidence to support it? [...]

Wearable Fitness Technology Trends for 2024

The popularity of wearable fitness devices isn’t slowing down anytime soon. It’s only gaining steam! We’re here to unpack the latest technology trends for fitness wearables and trackers. Wearables for Stress and Sleep Management Health and wellness wearables have gone beyond simple step counting, with many now incorporating stress and sleep management features. Some even focus solely on these features. The Apollo Wearable1 uses silent vibrations to help promote stress management, relaxation, focus, and better sleep. They also have an app to use with the bands and with Oura Rings2 as well. Another tech gadget bursting onto the wellness scene is Muse3. Muse is a headband wearable designed to help improve meditation practices. It uses an electroencephalogram (EEG) to measure brain activity during personalized meditations and monitors heart rate and breath to make the most out of each practice. Their [...]