I walked 20k steps a day for 30 days - here's what happened

This has been my most transformative challenge yet, walking 20k steps a day for over a month was quite a journey.

Thanks for supporting my channel + I look forward to connecting with you in the comments. Hope you enjoyed this video!

- Erin

p.s. I'm thinking of starting an email list for those of you who want to join me on my upcoming challenges, let me know what you think!

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EMDR info:

music credit:
Sand or Surf Instrumental - Marscott
Dreaming big instrumental - Ocean Drive
Dribble - The Kids

timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:00:37 - why i committed to 20k steps a day
00:00:59 - surprising benefits of walking
00:03:06 - how I got 20k steps in every day
00:03:59 - challenges I faced
00:08:03 - my results
00:09:23 - tips & things I'd do differently
00:10:58 - what surprised me
00:13:04 - why I love this community

This video is for entertainment and informational purposes only, I'm sharing my experience. It is not medical advice. Please consult a healthcare professional before trying any new wellness, fitness, or skincare routines, as results may vary.

[erinmgiles]

Do you have a step goal or any wisdom/thoughts to share? Look forward to connecting with you! - Erin ✨

[cltinturkey]

For three years I walked five miles a day. For the next four years I walked seven miles a day. It's so great for your psyche, and it was my therapy and stress reliever. The past year has been terrible, losing my mom and brother and having two nieces suffer terrible accidents. I've fallen away from my epic daily walks, and I miss it. Over 27 days in May/June, I walked the Camino Portugués up the coasts of Portugal and Spain along with some add ons. I covered 280 miles and enjoyed it. It's time to get back outside daily. Thanks for the encouragement, and I hope you have continued. The time needed is doable as long as your family buys in. Inviting them to join you is smart. Good for bonding and stress relief.

[jdmecarr]

I started walking last month, from a sedentary lifestyle average 1200 steps a day, I started with the goal of 5k per day. I'm now in the middle of Week 4 and I'm averaging 10k steps each day!!!! I'm so proud of myself. I'm almost 40 and this is the only time I'm actually genuinely enjoying taking a walk.

[southernstalwart]

20000 is a lot of steps to try to do consistently for 30 days!! Great job! Good video with nice edits! ☺️👍🏽

[ApeMan]

I started walking 3 years ago when I semi retired. I had two total knee replacements so couldn’t run like I used to. I’m amazed by the results. I was already pretty active and an avid hiker and backpacker but I had still got the old man beer belly at 60. I was shocked by the results of doing 15 thousand steps a day. Lost 60 pounds and 6 inches off my waste and the mental benefits were a welcome surprise. Walk on!

[alishab]

I your channel! This is the first video but you have such a sweet personality! I’m currently doing about 12k steps a day and I have a blister on my pinky toe. I hope I can get to 20k without any additional damage 😂

[kellykingcreates]

Amazing to see you finish! Inspired ❤🎉🥳😍

[amygrams]

Nice job! I have always walked the dog every day without fail, so that's about 5K steps, but recently started tracking and am trying to get 10K consistently. It's pretty hard to do working a corporate 8-5, but I think tracking is important because it makes you more aware. Now when I'm waiting 30 secs for a report to download, instead of picking up my phone, I walk around the house (I work from home). Every little bit helps! Happily, I'm retiring next month and looking forward to getting my steps every day!

[TenaPettis]

This is great! reminds me of the time I did 75Hard. I was quite the challenge and I am SO happy I completed it!

[SometimesMyself]

Next time you do this (if there is a next time), let us know ahead of time and issue it as a challenge to join you. Holistically Christelle did that with a 30 Minutes a Day for 30 Days challenge. I walk regularly, but skip days when it’s too hot, too cold, too rainy, etc. Well, I was so inspired that not only did I take HC’s challenge, I walked for more than an hour each day for 100 days! You never know who you’ll inspire with your videos.

[ShareRoss]

This is soooo inspirational and amazing! Love your vulnerability and commitment!!! ❤❤❤ way to knock it put of the park.

[ErinIdczak-Whittaker]

Love this video - so much great information . I’m ready to walk !!

[ashleychristine-ldyj]

I've been getting 20+ k steps for a while, I just start traking step though and you guys, I love it so much! God earth is so amazing He's literally a Creative Genius 😂

[lori]

I started walking an hour a day for two weeks on nature trails. I do about 4 miles or 8 thousand steps. I also watched my calorie count. I went to bed early. I lost 5 lbs. I felt amazing mentally and physically. My anxiety and obcessive thoughts are gone.

[mckenzieadams]

Awesome job, friend! Keep crushing it 🎉

[kassirussell]

So proud of you my friend! And I'm so glad you shared about the whoops in your pants! 🤣 Way to push through and achieve this goal!

[thematernalmethod]

Just started walking at least 45-60 minutes a day! I am definitely sleeping so much better. Random question…are those frownies you used on your forehead?! Thank you.

[margaby]

I had never connected walking with EMDR. Maybe that’s why I feel amazing after a hike even if I’m exhausted.

[grettaarzate]

@erinmgiles questions: are your 20K steps cumulative throughout your day, or is this just the workout portion of your day? Also, any tips for blisters? I switched shoes and just got new blisters on different areas of my feet.😢

[heatherallard]

Awesome job, Erin! I'm so proud of you! 🥳😘