For years, 10,000 steps a day has been considered the gold standard for staying active and healthy. Fitness trackers, smartwatches, and health apps have popularized this target, encouraging millions of people to hit the milestone daily. However, new research suggests that reaching 10,000 steps may not be necessary to enjoy significant health benefits.
For many women, pregnancy and childbirth bring lasting changes to the body, especially after a C-section. While regaining core strength can seem challenging, fitness trainer and mother of two Zoe Modgill says the key is not working harder—it's rebuilding the body's foundation first.
