10,000 Steps

15/06/2026

📣 PRIZE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT📣
🏅Kerrin H. (QLD) is our lucky random prize winner from our 10,000 Steps May 'Algeria' Challenge.
🤸Congratulations to everyone who began or completed their journeys!
👟Join this month's challenge for a chance to win (T&Cs apply):
👉https://www.10000steps.org.au/info/monthly-challenges/
🤸🏃👩‍🦽🏄🏊🚴
each month! to ️ thanks to Health and Wellbeing Queensland.
Image: Cliffside trail overlooking the Mediterranean Sea at Cape Carbon, near Bejaia, Algeria.

14/06/2026

Men’s Health Week is a good time to take stock of the habits that support long term health 👥

Physical activity is not just about fitness. It plays an important role in maintaining physical health, supporting mental wellbeing, and reducing the risk of preventable conditions over time.

For many men, activity levels tend to drop when work and other commitments take priority. Rebuilding that habit does not require a major change, it starts with making it part of your normal routine again.

Consider:
• Treating movement as a non-negotiable part of your day, like meals or sleep
• Using activity as a way to manage stress, not just physical health 🧠
• Setting a consistent time window for walking, rather than relying on finding time later
• Focusing on how you feel after moving, not just step counts or targets
• Keeping it realistic, something you can maintain most days of the week

Walking is a practical place to anchor this. No preparation, no barriers, just a consistent slot in your day.

This week, instead of asking if you will move more, decide when it will happen and protect that time.

Health and Wellbeing Queensland

11/06/2026

Small changes in the kitchen can make a big difference 🥕🍳

Country Kitchens is helping Queensland communities build healthier habits with simple, practical tips you can use every day.

Try:
• getting more fruit and veg into your meals
• cooking at home more often
• checking your portion sizes
• being aware of sugar in drinks

Led by local volunteers and supported by nutrition experts, the program brings people together to share skills and support healthier communities 🤝🌱

Find out more: https://www.10000steps.org.au/learn-and-discover/qcwa-country-kitchens/

Health and Wellbeing Queensland

QCWA Country Kitchens promotes healthy eating and active living in rural Queensland communities. Learn about their initiatives, resources, and success stories that inspire healthier lifestyles.

09/06/2026

A short walk can do more for your brain than you might expect 🧠

Movement helps you think more clearly, feel better, and reset when your energy dips, often within minutes.

It can improve focus, reduce stress, and help you feel calmer and more in control.

Try using walking with purpose this week:
• Before something that requires focus
• As a reset during a busy day
• When energy or concentration drops

It’s a simple way to support how you think and feel, not just how you move.✨🚶🏽‍♀️

Read more: https://hw.qld.gov.au/blog/movement-for-the-mind-how-physical-activity-benefits-your-brain/

Health and Wellbeing Queensland

05/06/2026

Winter weekends are a great chance to move in ways that feel easy and enjoyable ☀️
Looking for ideas?
• Grab a takeaway coffee and go for a walk with a friend
• Explore a local park, trail, or weekend market
• Join a Parkrun or community event
• Get active with family, think bike rides, kicking a ball, or a walk together
• Add a few extra steps by parking further away or moving while you watch weekend sport

Being active can lift your mood, help you recharge, and make it easier to connect with others.

Keep it simple, pick something you enjoy, and make the most of your weekend. 👟

Explore the outdoors this weekend and get active within your local community, it has so much to offer! Choosing to be active over the weekend is a great way to have fun, connect with your family and recharge for the week ahead.

05/06/2026

Did you know the average walking distance to school is just 1km, which is about 14 minutes, and contributes to the recommended daily physical activity for kids? That's a big win before the bell even rings!

Walking to school is good for the body, plus it supports mental wellbeing and helps build confidence and independence to travel safely to school.

Swipe to find three fun games to play on the walk to school 👉

Even if you can't walk the whole way, every step counts, drop them off a block early or hop off the bus one stop sooner. It all adds up!

National Walk Safely to School Day

05/06/2026

📣 PRIZE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT📣
🏅Toni G. (QLD) is our lucky random prize winner from our 10,000 Steps April 'Morocco' Challenge.
🤸Congratulations to everyone who began or completed their journeys!
👟Join this month's challenge for a chance to win (T&Cs apply):
👉https://www.10000steps.org.au/info/monthly-challenges/
🤸🏃👩‍🦽🏄🏊🚴
each month! to ️ thanks to Health and Wellbeing Queensland.
Image: Souvenirs in the open air kasbah at Ait Benhaddou in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.

02/06/2026

It’s World Bicycle Day 🚲

Not all movement needs to look the same. Adding a bike ride into your day is one way to support your health, boost your mood, and build energy. Cycling, walking, swimming, or sport all count.

Mixing up how you move can make it easier to stay consistent and enjoy being active.

You can log activity in minutes on 10,000 Steps, so whether you ride, walk, or do something different, it all contributes to your overall activity.

Finding what you enjoy and do it regularly. 🚶🏽‍♂️🏊🏼‍♀️🚴🏼‍♂️

Health and Wellbeing Queensland

31/05/2026

Our June Challenge starts today! Warm up this winter with a journey through sunny Tunisia! ✨
👟Choose from four activity levels at 10,000 Steps:
👉 https://www.10000steps.org.au/info/monthly-challenges/
🏃👩‍🦽🏄🏊🚴
each month! to ️ thanks to Health and Wellbeing Queensland.
Image: Sunset over the ruins of Carthage, Tunisia.

31/05/2026

Winter can shift routines, but staying active is still achievable. ❄️

Colder weather, shorter days and lower motivation often lead to less movement. The most effective approach is to make activity easier to fit into what you already do, rather than trying to start something new.

Try:
• Linking walking to something you already do, like after meals or before your commute
• Breaking activity into short blocks, even 5 to 10 minutes adds up across the day
• Planning movement earlier in the day when energy and motivation are higher
• Keeping shoes or activewear visible as a prompt to move
• Choosing indoor options when needed, like shopping centres, hallways, or at-home walking

You do not need perfect conditions or long sessions. You just need a plan that works most days.

What is one simple action you can repeat this week? 👟☀️🚶🏼‍♀️

Health and Wellbeing Queensland