Cape Town might just be the most scenic walking city on Earth—and in this episode of The Deep Dive, we prove it. We map out a full day on foot that takes you from the V&A Waterfront to the colorful streets of Bo-Kaap, across the Sea Point Promenade, and up the slopes of Signal Hill or Table Mountain. Along the way, we explore why the city ranks so high for walkability, how its unique geography blends urban life with wilderness, and what science says about why walking outdoors boosts creativity, lowers stress, and improves sleep. From sunrise coffee to sunset over the Twelve Apostles, this is your ultimate walking tour of Cape Town—10,000 steps of pure discovery.
Paris isn’t just beautiful—it’s built for walking. In this episode of The Deep Dive, we lay out a full-day itinerary that helps you hit 10,000 steps without ever thinking about “exercise.” From sunrise at the Eiffel Tower to sunset over Montmartre, we’ll show how the city’s design, rhythm, and café culture turn movement into pure pleasure. Along the way, we explore the science behind walking—like why a Stanford study found it can boost creativity by 60%, and how early morning light can reset your sleep cycle. Whether you’re chasing art, coffee, or ideas, this is your guide to seeing Paris one step at a time.
How does a beginner go from zero to running a 5K in just nine weeks? We break down the hidden behavioral design of the Couch to 5K program—how it uses habit loops, progress tracking, and identity shifts to turn first-timers into confident runners.
Why does tracking your steps actually work? In this episode, we explore the behavioral science behind the numbers—how awareness, concrete goals, and dopamine feedback loops turn a simple counter into one of the most effective habit-building tools ever created.
Forget the gym—this episode is all about weaving movement seamlessly into your daily life. From walking meetings to micro-breaks and “movement stacks,” discover simple, science-backed ways to hit 10,000 steps without feeling like you’re working out.