EP 004 Why 10,000 Steps Isn’t Enough
from APX Podcast Hosted by Matt Lazaro
Is 10,000 steps really enough? In this episode, we break down why step count can be incredibly effective for some people—and almost meaningless for others. We cover how the body adapts to repeated activity, why doing the same amount of walking every day can eventually stop creating meaningful change, and how both too little intensity and too much intensity can hold back progress. We also explain the difference between simply being active and actually training your cardiovascular system, including the roles of Zone 2, threshold work, VO₂ training, and strength training. Most importantly, we discuss why generic recommendations like “10,000 steps a day” don’t tell the whole story and how metabolic and VO₂ testing can help identify the specific stimulus your body actually needs. If you’re exercising consistently but your fitness, energy, or body composition has stalled, this episode will help explain why.
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