How the planner works
First it finds the gap between your goal and the steps you already accumulate from everyday movement. Then it converts that gap into a distance using your stride, and into pad time using your belt speed:
Finally it estimates the calories those minutes burn with the ACSM walking model. The result is a realistic daily target you can slot into your workday in one or two sessions.
Tips for sticking to a desk step goal
Start at a comfortable 3–4 km/h so you can still type accurately, and build minutes gradually. Anchor sessions to routines — a morning email block, an afternoon call — so walking becomes the default. DeskWalker keeps a streak and closes your Apple Health rings automatically, which is a surprisingly strong nudge to keep the habit going.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I need to walk on a walking pad to hit 10,000 steps?
If you already get around 3,000 steps in daily life, closing the remaining 7,000 at 4 km/h takes roughly 55–65 minutes on the pad, split however you like across the day. Enter your own numbers above for a precise target.
Can I reach 10,000 steps just at my desk?
Yes. Most people cover 1,000–1,300 steps every 10 minutes at a comfortable desk pace, so an hour or so of walking-pad time — usually broken into a few blocks — closes a typical daily gap.
What speed should I walk at while working?
3 to 4 km/h is the sweet spot for typing and calls without losing accuracy. You can raise the speed during meetings or reading when precise typing matters less.
Does breaking up my steps reduce the benefit?
Not at all. Accumulating steps in several short sessions delivers the same step count and calorie burn as one long walk, and is gentler on your feet and focus.
