I built Start Walking because I was frustrated with other screen time apps. They'd block Instagram, TikTok, or whatever else, but then I'd just sit there staring at my phone or find something else to mindlessly scroll. They didn't actually make me do anything different. I got laid off earlier this year and started walking more to deal with the stress. It became an unexpected bright spot in my day - I was exploring my neighborhood, discovering coffee shops and places I'd never noticed, and just feeling better overall. That's when I asked myself: what if my phone could encourage me to walk instead of just telling me not to scroll? The idea is simple but it works. Your distracting apps stay locked until you hit your daily step goal. No punishment and no guilt - just a gentle push to start walking. I'm most proud that this might help more people discover what I did - that walking is genuinely one of the best ways to feel good and get away from screens. Would love to hear what you think! Do you find walking makes you feel better?

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block distractions until you walk

block distractions until you walk