Walking is Fitness
Episodes
What Dickens Did When He Couldn't Sleep
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does walking help insomnia? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about a world famous author who couldn't sleep...and what he did to get through...
Pushing Through The Challenges
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alan is dealing with some of life's toughest challenges, but he keeps pursuing fitness. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave explains who Alan is, the...
When You Forget Fitness
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever forgotten you were building a new habit? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how remembering is one of the hard parts of ha...
A Walk To Remember
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cape May, New Jersey is the location for today's ten-minute walk. Join Dave as he shares some memories from this famous beach resort town and also how...
What Melanie Found Irritating
14 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melanie recently bought Walking is Fitness five coffees and left a message about something in the podcast that had annoyed her. During today's ten-min...
The Value Of A Short Fitness Promise
13 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Angie's third lesson from walking 10,000 steps every day during her summer break is what Dave talks about during today's ten-minute walk. Check out th...
Angie's Second Lesson
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Angie recently completed a fitness chain of walking 10,000 steps a day. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave reveals the second thing Angie learned fr...
What Angie Learned Walking 10,000 Steps
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Angie recently built a fitness chain of walking at least 10,000 steps a day. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about what Angie learned from ...
Why I Park In The Back Of The Lot
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's ten-minute walk starts in the car as Dave explains why he always parks in the back of the lot. Check out Fitbit step-trackers HERE Download yo...
The Downside Of A Fitness Routine
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave's neighbor takes two walks every single day. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about what his neighbor might be missing with his daily r...
Finding Fitness Motivation With Others
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Walking solo doesn't work for everyone. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about finding motivation in a shared experience. Download your free...
One Million Walks
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can we reach 1,000,000 walks by the end of 2023? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave provides an update on this goal. Support the podcast, like Jul...
3 Things Necessary To Stay Motivated
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Staying motivated for fitness long-term is hard. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the three things he feels are important if you want ...
Can I Take A Day Off?
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There's value in resting. There's also value in pushing through. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave explores both sides to this question of taking a...
A Day Of Exploring
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Walking around a big city with lots of history can be fun. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the day he explored Philadelphia and put m...
What Corine Learned When Her Walking Routine Changed
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Corine spent two weeks in Wyoming taking care of her dad. During today's ten-minute walk, dave shares three things Corine learned during that time awa...
10,000 Steps Is A Terrible Goal
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave explains why he thinks 10,000 steps is a terrible goal. Check out Fitbit step trackers HERE Download your free 90...
Your October Opportunity
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a lot of people's favorite month. But, as dave talks about during today's ten-minute walk, there's another reason to love October. Check out t...
An Awkward Walking Moment
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Has this ever happened to you? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares what happened last night while he and Ava were out walking. Support the pod...
My Upcoming Fitness Challenge
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In about a month, Dave will be doing something he hasn't done in awhile. He explains during today's ten-minute walk. Check out the cordless, open-ear ...
Try This Fitness Motivation Hack
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares a system he uses to find motivation for doing hard things during today's ten-minute walk. Start building your Fitness Chain using this fre...
Why Walking With Weights Is Risky
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adding weights to a walking workout can be beneficial. It also comes with some risk. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about what the dangers...
Finding New Friends While Walking
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pursuing fitness often provides a fun way to meet people. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about some of the people he and Ava have met alon...
Do You Need An Autumn Fitness Restart?
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Restarting fitness can be harder than starting. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers some advice if you're considering a restart. Check out the...
The Real Danger Of Sitting
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sitting too much can have a negative impact on long-term health. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the real danger of sitting...at leas...
Walking In A War Zone
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares an update from a listener in Ukraine during today's ten-minute walk. Check out the cordless, open-ear SHOKZ headphones Download your free ...
When You Don't Have Support
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pursuing fitness is hard, but having people who are supporting you can make it easier. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks to those who don't h...
The Difference Between Walking And Hiking
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is hiking just another word for walking? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about three difference between the two. Check out the open-ear, co...
Why START TODAY Is The Best Advice
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've been thinking about walking for fitness, this episode is for you. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares some sobering stats that under...
How Patty Handled Her Fitness Curveballs
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you keep moving forward with fitness when circumstances throw up a roadblock? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares how Patty kept her fi...
Hydration Habit Update
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Staying hydrated is important for fitness and health. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave gives you an update on his new drinking more water habit. C...
THIS Reveals Fitness Momentum
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you know when you've got fitness momentum? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares what Kristina did that is a pretty big revealer of wheth...
When Walking Outside Is Dangerous
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For Leah, a story that made national headlines this week was personal. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares an email from Leah and also shares ...
Are All Steps Of Equal Value?
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Research indicates adding intensity to our walks adds extra benefits. But, how much intensity? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares some resear...
Developing The Right Mindset For Walking In Different Weather
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's your least favorite weather for a walk? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about preparing in advance for your favorite and least favor...
The Persistence Of Edison
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave explains why Thomas Edison is a great example for fitness. Check out the SHOKZ open-ear cordless headphones HERE ...
Who's Inspiring You?
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes motivation is found by watching others do a hard thing. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares two examples that inspire him. Check out...
In Memory Of Those Who Died
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Vaneto arrives in Shanksville, PA today after a walk of 300 miles. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave explains why Paul spent the past 30 days ...
The Impact Of GPS On Walking
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Has GPS technology changed the way you walk? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares three stories that likely would not have happened without the...
Celebrating Some Accomplishments
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's important to celebrate fitness victories. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave celebrates the accomplishments of several listeners. Support the p...
Is Arthritis Keeping You From Walking?
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Experts indicate walking is good for arthritis. But, during today's ten-minute walk Dave talks about someone Ava recently met who has decided that wal...
Two Kinds Of Motivation
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What motivates you more...producing a positive outcome or preventing a bad thing from happening? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares how his f...
When Walking Becomes An Obsession
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pyotr Tchaikovsky loved walking every day. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave wonders if that love bordered on obsession. He also shares an example ...
Should I Go Left Or Right?
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave explores Franklin, TN during today's ten-minute walk. Tap HERE to see the Fitbit step trackers Dave talks about today Download your free 90 Day F...
On The Road
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's ten-minute walk happens in Franklin, TN. Join Dave as he heads out early in the morning in search of some coffee. Check out the SHOKZ headphon...
A New Walking Game
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking for ways to keep your daily walk fresh, try this new walking game or challenge. Dave describes how it works during today's ten-minut...
You May Be Walking Solo, But You're Not Alone
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
People around the world are using this podcast to walk every day. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares some of the top places places where folk...
Why This Is The Best Day For Your New Year's Resolutions
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
September 1 is a great day to start a new goal. Dave explains why during today's ten-minute walk. Check out the Fitbit step trackers HERE Download you...
Do You Negotiate Fitness?
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are there days when you try and convince yourself to skip the walk? Dave talks about how to master the art of fitness negotiation during today's ten-m...
The Soundtrack Of Walking
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Walking can engage your senses like few other fitness activities. During today's ten-minute walk with Dave, you'll enjoy the sounds of nature. Check o...
How To Diffuse A Tense Conversation
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Walking lowers stress and makes you feel better. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how he and Ava have used that combination during som...
Why Isn't This Fun?
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave answers this listener question during today's ten-minute walk. Can a Fitbit help you? Check out the different Fitbit options HERE Download your f...
Real Life Fitness Wins
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Pursuing fitness often has ancillary benefits that show up when you need them. Dave shares three stories of this happening during today's ten-minute w...
Fake Summer?
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a text conversation among some of his children. Thank you to Linda, Renni, and an annonymous supporter w...
How Your Brain May Be Sabotaging Your Fitness
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Why does Dave keep noticing the rubber duckies and what does that have to do with fitness? He explains during today's ten-minute walk. Check out the d...
Are You Missing This Opportunity?
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you walk matters. Dave talks about the added benefits of an early morning walking routine during today's ten-minute walk. Check out the different...
The Lesson Of Betty Lindberg
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares the inspiring story of Betty Lindberg during today's ten-minute walk. You can get started walking for fitness by making a Fitness Promise ...
Interesting Walking Research
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave uncovers an interesting study about walking from 2019 and shares that during today's ten-minute walk. Find out more about Fitbit step trackers HE...
The Subtle Benefit Of Walking
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's ten-minute walk is a little different so Dave can illustrate an often over-looked benefit. Check out the SHOKZ headphones Dave uses HERE Suppo...
A Big Reason For Fitness Discouragement
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness is hard. It's even harder when we try to reach the goals of others. Dave talks about that and shares an embarrassing story during today's ten-...
Celebrating Doug's Huge Accomplishment
19 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Doug finished a big goal yesterday and Dave believes it's worth celebrating on today's ten-minute walk. Start building your Fitness Chain and watch it...
Don't Take This For Granted
18 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A recent episode involving a glass shard prompted today's topic. Dave explains while taking a ten-minute walk. Check out the Fitbit step trackers HERE...
Let's Try An Experiment
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a great episode to try if you're getting tired of the heat. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares what his grandfather told him about ho...
Why Is Consistency So Hard?
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Walking ten-minutes every day is not easy. During today's walk, Dave talks about some reasons why staying consistent is a challenge. Check out the the...
Health And Wealth
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a connection between health and wealth? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave ponders this question. Can a Fitbit add some extra fitness motiv...
Supersize The Creative Benefits Of Walking
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's ten-minute walk happens at the beach as Dave talks about the link between creativity and walking. Check out the SHOKZ headphones Dave uses whi...
Memorable Walks
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares three stories during today's ten-minutes walk. Check out the SHOKZ headphones HERE Download your free 90 Day Fitness Chain Tracker HERE Su...
Another Hidden Benefit Of Walking
12 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An email from Teresa sparks today's thought from Dave during this ten-minute walk. Check out Wellness While Walking with Coach Carolyn HERE Download y...
An Epic Habit Fail
11 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Take a ten-minute walk with Dave as he provides an update on something he said he was going to do earlier this year. Check out the SHOKZ headphones Da...
Can Walking Help Gut Issues?
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Most Americans suffer from some sort of gut problem. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the impact walking can have when this is an issu...
When Others Say NO To A Walk
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you persuade others to walk with you? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave tells the story of a trip to Cooperstown, NY and what he's realizing...
Backstage Pass
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave gives you a behind the scenes glimpse into making each episode of the podcast. Check out the different Fitbit ste...
Staying Safe
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Walking with nearby traffic can be dangerous. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about ways to stay safe. Check out the SHOKZ open ear headpho...
What Thoreau Embraced About Walking
06 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An email from Rachel got Dave thinking about an aspect of walking he often finds elusive. Dave explains during today's ten-minute walk. Check out the ...
A MUST LISTEN Podcast Recommendation
05 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A listener recommended Dave listen to a recent podcast about walking. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave will now recommend you listen to it as well...
Changing It Up
04 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where are you on the 1-10 Change It Up Scale? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers suggestions for those who lean closer to the 10 and some enc...
Doing Life Together
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can you build deeper relationships by walking together? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the value of walking with others. Check out t...
Nordic Walking Poles Revisited
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A recent email is changing the way Dave thinks about using Nordic walking poles as he explains during today's ten-minute walk. Learn more about the di...
Visualizing 90
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A brief comment in an article about exercise and longevity is the focus of today's ten-minute walk. Check out the different Fitbit models HERE Downloa...
Words Matter
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The words you use to describe what you're doing when you listen to this podcast have an impact. Dave talks about that during today's ten-minute walk. ...
Taking A Bird Walk
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dave tries out a listener suggestion during today's ten-minute walk. Check out the different Fitbit models HERE Download your free 90 Day Fitness Chai...
Sometimes I Feel Like A Wimp
29 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Debbie was grateful for a recent episode and said she's actually going to listen to it periodically for encouragement. Dave talks about that during to...
When Plan A Won't Work
28 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do you do if you can't walk where you normally walk? Dave recently experienced that and explains what he did during today's ten-minute walk. Chec...
Adding Some Intensity
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The importance of adding some intensity is what Dave talks about during today's ten-minute walk at the beach. Check out the SHOKZ headphones Dave uses...
Two More Years
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An article in the Wall Street Journal got Dave thinking about what he would do with two more years of life. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks...
Would You Walk 500 Miles?
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is the 30th anniversary of a popular song about walking. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave tries hard to embarrass himself. He succeeds. Check...
How Walking Is Helping You Improve This Life Skill
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you realize it or not, a daily commitment to walking is likely helping you build another important skill. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave...
Looking At The Big Picture
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we lose sight of the the forest for the trees. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave takes advantage of using the metaphor right in front of ...
Enduring The Heatwave
22 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Another day with a triple digit heat index in South Carolina is the weather for today's ten-minute walk with Dave. Check out the different Fitbit mode...
Walking Gadgets
21 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tim wants to know about gadgets or toys that can be used for walking. Dave responds to that question during today's ten-minute walk. Download your fre...
A Different Kind Of Walk
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today is the anniversary of a history making walk. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave describes what it must have felt like 54 years ago. Check out ...
What I Would Say To My Younger Self
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A social media post got Dave thinking about what he would say to the younger version of himself who was just getting started pursuing fitness. Downloa...
Is Walking Really A Workout?
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is a common question. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave examines the reasons he believes it's even a question. Check out the SHOKZ headphones ...
A Scary Walking Encounter
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kim had just left her house to start walking when something happened. Dave tells her story during today's ten-minute walk. Check out the SHOKZ headpho...
Is This Weird?
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever gotten out of bed after you realized you're still short of your daily goal and then walked in place for a few minutes, today's ten-minu...
Slow Down!
15 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If there was a remote control for life, Dave would push the SLOW button right now. He explains why during today's ten-minute walk. Check out the SHOKZ...
I Did The Weight Loss Math For Walking
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The number on the scale is going up. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave discusses the weight loss math and then applied that to his situation. Che...
Are You Making Progress?
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This can be one of the hardest questions to answer after you start a new fitness journey. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about a way you c...
Look For Hidden Opportunities
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today's ten-minute walk happens behind an auto dealership. Dave explains this was something he started doing when he got his first Fitbit. Check out t...
Does Fitness Success Lead To This?
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This is take two on a topic Dave thought would be interesting. He scrapped the first take after he thought it might be discouraging to some. Download ...