The 10/100 Rule: The Anti-Sedentary Hack

Modern life is built for sitting—whether that’s at a desk, commuting, or unwinding with screens. But spending excessive hours in a chair can seriously harm your posture, sap your mood, and slow down your metabolism.

Enter the 10/100 rule:

Every hour, do 10 push-ups + walk 100 steps.

It’s a simple, effective strategy that requires no equipment. No gym memberships to keep up with, and no extra cost—just a practical way to break up long periods of inactivity.

Benefits:

Boosts blood circulation, which helps deliver more oxygen and nutrients throughout your body and reduces the sluggishness linked with sedentary routines in modern life.

Activates major muscle groups regularly, allowing you to support your health consistently without dedicating hours to formal workouts.

Realigns your posture, counteracting the negative effects experienced by desk workers and anyone glued to their computer or device for hours.

Rather than focusing on burning calories, this approach is about keeping your body’s engine running in an age where modern life encourages stillness. Try it daily for one week and you’ll likely notice improved focus, greater energy, and a default sense of strength and well-being.