But the truth is that walking 10,000 steps each day gives you so much more than just a number on your pedometer. The real value of 10,000 steps comes down to creating the habit of regular daily movement, ideally outdoors.

Ahh, the elusive task of writing effective programs. As coaches, we are all interested in writing better, more intricate (program) designs as we learn and grow. After all, individual programs are the foundation that keep clients motivated to train–and keep them progressing through their fitness journey.