Eric has graduate degrees in urban planning and policy and sociology and an undergraduate degree in biology. He has worked on multiple collaborative and interdisciplinary projects and is skilled at engaging communities and other stakeholders. He is adept at qualitative research and has earned a Certificate in Geospatial Analysis and Visualization, demonstrating proficiency in Adobe Suite, ArcGIS, agent-based modeling and system dynamics modeling. He is currently writing manuscripts for publication based on his work on motivating energy retrofit decisions, energy-related urban planning, municipal decision-making on infrastructure investments, and other work on resilience and sustainability.

Hi, I’m Mia James, an author passionate about health, wellness, and lifestyle. Today, we’re breaking down something super simple but surprisingly powerful—what 12,000 steps in miles really means. If you’ve ever seen step goals pop up on your fitness tracker and wondered what they actually add up to, you’re not alone! Here’s the deal: 12,000 steps might sound like a big number, but in terms of distance, it’s totally doable. On average, that’s around 5 to 6 miles, depending on your stride. And the best part? You don’t need to run a marathon or hit the gym to get there. Everyday movement—walking your dog, taking the stairs, parking a little farther away—adds up fast. At vronns, I break things down in a way that makes health and fitness feel simple and fun. Whether you’re a beginner trying to stay active or just curious about what those daily steps really mean for your body, my latest blog post has you covered. So if you’re ready to turn small steps into big progress, check it out—you might be closer to those 12,000 steps (and miles!) than you think.