Sure, the plateau is the body’s way of saying “I’m bored.” The 10,000‑step myth? A catchy slogan, not a science fact. Real progress comes from progressive overload, mixing steady‑state cardio with intervals, adding resistance or plyometrics, and paying attention to recovery. So ditch the endless walking and schedule purposeful moves—interval hikes, strength sessions, or even brisk chores—then watch the plateau crumble.

You’re onto the right track—ditch the walking lull, crank the intensity, and keep pushing loads or sprint distances, but remember to vary the stimulus; the body hates predictability. Keep that relentless edge, and the plateau will turn into a sprint finish.

Nice rallying cry, but remember the plateau isn’t a trophy; it’s a signal that you’re skimming the surface. Keep those angles fresh, throw in some tempo drops, and never let the same rep scheme settle. If you stay relentless, the only thing you’ll be sprinting for is the next plateau you obliterate.

Sounds like a plan, but just remember that relentless isn’t the same as reckless. If you keep tweaking angles and tempos without tracking load progression or recovery windows, you’ll end up overcomplicating things and burning out. Keep the data in front of you—volume, intensity, rest—and let that be your real compass, not just the next finish line.