About this episode
What would drive someone to walk 2 million steps in just one month?
For Kwame Terra, founder and CEO of Behr Health, it wasn’t about setting a world record. It was about drawing attention to one of the biggest challenges facing Black communities: health inequity.
In this episode of From Garage to Growth, Kwame shares how a deeply personal mission led him to build Behr Health—a platform designed to improve health outcomes through data, community, and preventative care. Along the way, he reveals the mindset behind one of the most extraordinary endurance challenges imaginable: walking 66,000 steps every day for 30 consecutive days.
Turning Purpose into a Startup
Building a mission-driven company requires more than passion.
Kwame reflects on the resilience needed to launch Behr Health, from applying to more than 80 startup accelerators to overcoming rejection and staying committed to a vision of transforming healthcare for Black communities.
Building a Health System for the Community
Rather than trying to improve a system that has historically underserved many communities, Kwame believes it’s time to build something new.
He explains the vision behind Behr Health, why culturally relevant healthcare matters, and how technology can empower individuals to better understand and manage their health.
The Two Million Step Challenge
Walking 2 million steps wasn’t just a publicity campaign—it became a powerful symbol of discipline, consistency, and purpose.
Kwame shares the physical and mental challenges of walking up to 16 hours a day, the injuries he encountered, and the determination it took to finish what seemed almost impossible.
Using Data to Improve Health Outcomes
At the heart of Behr Health is the belief that better data leads to better healthcare.
Kwame discusses how the platform uses simple health metrics to help individuals track their wellbeing while creating insights that can improve health outcomes across entire communities.
Why Community Drives Lasting Change
Technology alone isn’t enough to change behaviour.
Kwame explains how initiatives such as walking challenges, local running clubs, and community-led events have become powerful tools for encouraging healthier lifestyles and building lasting engagement beyond the app.
Advice for Anyone Starting Their Health Journey
Reflecting on his own experience, Kwame shares practical advice for improving physical and mental wellbeing.
His message is simple: meaningful transformation doesn’t happen overnight it happens through consistent daily habits, strong community support, and staying focused on the process rather than immediate results.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur, health professional, or someone looking to build healthier habits, this conversation is an inspiring reminder of what’s possible when purpose and perseverance come together.
About the Guest
Kwame Terra is the founder and CEO of Behr Health, a health technology company dedicated to improving health outcomes in Black communities through data, education, and community-driven wellness initiatives.