Cole Bennett
Movement, strength, and mobility for normal lives
Denver, CO
Cole Bennett covers movement and fitness for Health Habits. With an exercise-physiology background, he focuses on the realistic minimum that actually matters for health and simple ways to get stronger — no all-or-nothing programs, no gym-bro absolutism.
What Cole covers
- How much activity actually matters
- Simple strength and mobility
- Building sustainable movement habits
- Walking and everyday activity
- Starting exercise safely
Articles by Cole
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How Many Steps a Day Do You Really Need? The Science-Backed Answer
The 10,000-step goal is marketing, not medicine. Research shows 7,000–8,000 steps daily offers strong health benefits—here's what actually matters.
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How Much Exercise Per Week Do You Actually Need?
The evidence-based answer: 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity per week, plus strength training twice weekly. Here's
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How to Start Strength Training at Home: Complete Beginner Guide
Learn how to build real strength at home with bodyweight exercises, no gym required. Evidence-based beginner program with progression plan and form tips.