The App That Got Us Moving: Fitness, Friendship & 40,000+ Steps Later

June 14, 2023

Welcome to another episode recap of Nacho Fitness Coach, where fitness expert Sara and fitness beginner Caleigh bring their wildly different perspectives to all things wellness. In today’s episode, the duo dives into something we all track (or feel guilty about): daily steps.

Whether you're aiming for 2,000 or 20,000, this one’s for anyone who's ever wondered if a little friendly competition could be the push you need.

🏆 When Steps Become a Competition

Sara and Caleigh start the episode comparing their daily step counts:

Sara: Already at 12,000 steps by 9 a.m.
Caleigh: Admits to a humble 3,200, but hey—it’s early!

Turns out, Sara’s not just stepping—she’s competing. From friendly rivalries with her best friend to all-out step wars with a group of friends in Oklahoma, she’s been averaging 10,000–21,000 steps a day when competition’s on the line.

📱Fitness Apps Make It Real

Sara introduced Caleigh to a step-tracking app to up their game. Here’s what happened:

Friends downloaded the app for a week-long challenge.
It was supposed to be “casual,” but quickly turned hardcore.
Sara found herself hitting 18K and 21K steps on the weekend just to keep up.

Pro tip: If you want to stay consistent, adding accountability and competition is a game-changer.

👟 From Marathons to Moms on a Mission

The conversation takes a nostalgic turn as Sara recalls running a marathon in 2004, long before fitness tracking apps existed. She trained with:

A radio strapped to her arm
Wired headphones (yes, the cord-flapping kind)
No step counter, no heart rate tracker—just vibes and “98.9 The Rock”

And Caleigh? She jokes that her only running in 2004 was from party busts in a field—hey, still counts as cardio!

🎧 Music, Motivation & Mental Tricks

How do they stay motivated on the treadmill?

Sara watches TikTok or Netflix to drown out the sound of her own steps. (Yes, she admits the sound throws her off!)
Caleigh agrees—music or shows help her disconnect from the monotony of treadmill running.
Both agree: the right distraction makes those miles fly by.

💬 Key Takeaways

Here’s what we learned from this hilarious but helpful episode:

✅ Step-tracking apps add fun and accountability
✅ Group challenges can drastically increase daily movement
✅ Friendly competition makes fitness feel less like work
✅ You don’t need fancy gear to move—just consistency
✅ Find what keeps you mentally engaged (music, shows, friends)

🧡 Final Thoughts

Whether you’re crushing 21K steps or barely clearing 2K, what matters most is that you’re moving. Add in some fun, a little tech, and the support of friends, and you might surprise yourself with how far you go.

So lace up, press play, and maybe challenge a friend. Just don’t forget to track it—because if you didn’t log it… did it even happen?

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