I've never been one to count my daily steps, instead opting to focus on a destination or sometimes a specific amount of time. However, the most enjoyable ones (walks or runs) are when I head out without a plan or intentional route, make it up as I go along, and see where I wind up. Sure, I've gotten lost more than a few times, but that in itself is an adventure.
How Long Should I Take to Walk a Mile?
Whether you think of walking as exercise or as a means to get from A to B, there are so many reasons to give your ambulatory habits some more focused attention.

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