From girl dinner to girl boss, the internet is constantly generating verbiage to describe the complexity of the girlhood experience. It’s a unifying way to feel less lonely about the nuances of being a woman and share ways on how to be the most confident iteration of yourself.
Hot girl walks are one of the latest trends to emerge from social media, with the hashtag #HotGirlWalk amassing over half a billion views on TikTok. As more and more hot girl walk groups form across the country, let’s deep dive into what it means and why you should be doing them, too.
What Is a Hot Girl Walk?
A term born during the height of the pandemic and popularized – where else- on TikTok, hot girl walks are exactly what they sound like. They can be casual strolls around the neighborhood, or a foot trek to a local cafe or even a leisurely stroll around the mall.
To go on a hot girl walk, you need to root yourself in a hot girl mindset, which is that you’re smart, sexy and capable of anything. It’s also important to garnish the walk with cute and comfy sneakers, a beverage of choice and headphones to listen to some SZA or your favorite hot girl podcast.
While one may conflate a hot girl walk to just any kind of stroll, there’s a distinct difference. A hot girl walk is an opportunity to prioritize yourself and take some time out of your day to think about goals, hype yourself up with affirmations and remind yourself that you’re unconditionally worthy.
The term was originally coined by 23-year-old Mia Lind, who implemented walking as part of her daily routine during lockdown and instated some non-negotiable rules: “You’re only allowed to think about three things: things you’re grateful for, your goals and how you’re going to achieve them, and how hot you are.”
Why is it Called a Hot Girl Walk?
As you’ve likely guessed, the name ‘hot girl walk’ stems from two sources. The first is the ever-present trend of ‘girl x’, where you can make an activity your own by adding ‘girl’ in front of it. Girl math, girl dinner, and the like. The second, of course, is Megan thee Stallion’s ‘Hot Girl Summer’ track from 2019, which went from song to a cultural moment that’s yet to fully die down. Not that we want it to, anyway.
Why Are Hot Girl Walks so Popular?
According to Lind, the informal hot girl walk is meant to focus on “making fitness more accessible” and “taking time for yourself.” With its focus on accessibility and self care, and a push from TikToks showing other girlies heading out for their walks, the popularity of the hot girl walk was set up for success.
Why Should I Take Hot Girl Walks?
Going on a hot girl walk is beneficial for a multitude of reasons, from your physical health to your mental health. Whether you’re going alone or gathering some fellow hotties to join you, it’s a welcomed break in a monotonous schedule.
While many turn to rigorous exercise in order to get their body at its most fit, there’s actually a lot that a simple walk can do. Getting from 6,000 to 10,000 steps a day can aid in weight management and reduce your risk of depression, heart disease and diabetes. Plus, if you add on some wrist or ankle weights, you’ve got yourself a real calorie burner.
Mentally, they do wonders for your health. With so many of us working from home, it can be easy to get stuck in a sedentary and isolated lifestyle. Recycling the same oxygen and not having much interaction with the world outside of zoom meetings, going on a walk gives you a chance to greet some neighbors, see some flowers and maybe even pet a dog.
Hot girl walks can also be a form of walking meditation, allowing you to clear your mind, be present and spend some much needed time away from mindless scrolling.
Get Out There, Hottie
It can be intimidating to start a new commitment, but if there’s anything encouraging, it’s knowing just how good for you hot girl walks can be. Whether you want to get some more movement into the body or are looking for new ways to clear your head, going on a daily hot girl walk could be the lifestyle change you’ve been waiting for.