Setting Goals in Walkingspree

Walkingspree Program Goals

The default program goal on Walkingspree is set to 6,000 steps/day, which aligns with the CDC recommendation of 30 minutes of activity five days a week. However, most clients have custom program goals based on their organization's settings. These custom goals are reflected on the web dashboard, calendar, and mobile app.

• Default Goal: 10,000 steps/day (common for general activity tracking)

• Custom Goal: Set by your company and cannot be changed.

Why Setting Goals Matters

Setting clear, achievable goals is crucial for staying on track with your health and wellness journey. Whether your focus is on weight loss, increasing physical fitness, or improving overall health, having specific targets can enhance motivation and progress.

Starting with Your Baseline

The first week of using Walkingspree will serve as a baseline. During this period:

• Avoid making drastic changes to your activity level or diet.

• Gradually increase your steps by 20-40% each week to ensure a sustainable, steady increase in physical activity.

Setting Personal Goals

You can set goals related to:

• Steps

• Aerobic steps

• Distance

• Weight

These goals can be tracked in the Goals section of your dashboard, which will help you monitor your progress over time.

How to Set Your Personal Goals in the Walkingspree App:

1. To set your goals in the Walkingspree App, follow these steps:

1. Open the Walkingspree App on your device.

2. Tap on the Menu button (three horizontal lines at the bottom of the screen).

3. Go to "Set Goals" within the menu options.

From there, you will be able to adjust your personal goals related to steps, aerobic steps, distance, or weight based on your preferences and tracking needs.

2. In the Personal Goals section of the Walkingspree App, you can:

1. Update Your Step Goal – Set a daily step count goal that works for you. This could be a specific target like 6,000 or 10,000 steps per day, or any number you prefer to aim for.

2. Set a Point Goal – If you're tracking your progress with points, you can set a goal for the number of points you aim to earn within a given time frame.

These goals can help you stay focused and motivated as you work toward your fitness objectives. Make sure to update your goals as your fitness levels evolve, and adjust them as needed to keep challenging yourself!

3. Yes, in the Program Goals section, you'll be able to view the goal set by your company. This goal is typically a fixed target, such as a daily step count (e.g., 10,000 steps), that aligns with your company’s wellness program.