Walking is Fitness
Episodes
What's The Minimum Needed?
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about three minimum levels needed for walking to be effective. To help support the podcast tap HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Try THIS Next Time You're Bored
20 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's some surprising research about boredom that dave shares during today's ten-minute walk. To support the podcast tap HERE To read more about the...
A Different Take On Weather
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Weather can become a barrier to getting outside for your walk. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave considers the potential value in six challenging w...
The Oxygen Mask Principle
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Schreiber took care of his wife who had Alzheimers for 17 years. Dave talks about something that Mr. Schreiber wishes he had known before his w...
Listener Comments and Suggestions
17 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares some comments he received from listeners this past week. Buy Walking is Fitness a coffee and help support the podcast HERE Send Dave a com...
What Are The Barriers To Walking?
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about a recent survey asking people what prevents them from walking for fitness. To help support the podcast tap HERE Learn more about your...
The Choice Of Pains
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kristi got a devastating medical diagnosis earlier this year. Dave tells how she is changing her health with some intentional choices that include wal...
Walking With A Dog
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares some research about how dog owners get more exercise than those who don't have dogs. To help support the podcast, please tap HERE Learn mo...
An Important Reminder
13 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A tragic accident near Dave's house triggered this episode which is an important reminder as we are walking. To help support this podcast tap HERE Lea...
The Benefits Of A Slow Walk
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Walking at a slower pace has real benefits. Join Dave for today's ten-minute walk as he discusses his own experience and some surprising research he u...
Ask This Before Setting Your 2023 Fitness Goals
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about the one big question he asks himself (and others) before setting any new goal. To help support Walking is Fitness tap HERE Learn more...
What Should I Say To Myself When I Miss A Day?
10 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave answers a listener's email about the internal struggle she feels when she misses a day of walking. You can buy the podcast a coffee HERE Lea...
How Would You Answer This Question?
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about a question he recently saw on social media and some of the answers he found most interesting. Tap HER...
Getting Started
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave has an imaginary conversation with a listener who is not yet walking for fitness, but is listening to the podcast. Tap HERE to help support the p...
The Problem Of Fitness Expectations
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares a couple of attention grabbing headlines involving walking that are both inspiring and, well...can cause problems. To help support the p...
The Gift Of Walking
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you considered giving a step tracker, like a Fitbit, as a gift this holiday season? Dave considers the upside (and downside) of this gift. Tap HE...
Fully Present While Walking
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the benefits of walking and not being distracted by the stuff of life. Tap HERE to help support the p...
Why This Podcast Is 10 Minutes
04 Dec 2022
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Dave explains three reasons why this podcast is always ten-minutes. To help support Walking Is Fitness tap HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
What Corine Saw While Walking
03 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave reads several emails during today's ten-minute walk...including one from Corine that left him feeling a little jealous. Send Dave an email at dav...
The Tension Of Rest
02 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave admits that he often feels a tension between pushing himself and resting...because both are needed in this pursuit of fitness. Tap HERE to help s...
Winter!
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Some smart people consider today the start of Winter. During a ten-minute walk, Dave shares a story that captures what he likes best about his least f...
Three Podcast Suggestions For Your Walks
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares three podcasts that he listens to while walking (in addition to this one) Tap HERE to help support Walking...
Help Someone Find Fitness Today
29 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's a special day and Dave shares how you can help someone else start a new fitness journey today. Tap HERE to help support the podcast Learn more ab...
The Downside Of Building A Fitness Chain
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As you consider your fitness goals for 2023, Dave has a couple recommendations...including one that might surprise you. Tap HERE to get the free 90 Da...
What Is A Power Walk?
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know there are three components to a Power Walk? Dave talks about those and also why he's uncomfortable with that name. Tap HERE to help suppo...
Getting Excited About 2023 Goals
26 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you considering what changes you might make in 2023? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about three things he is considering doing in the ...
Feel Free To Judge Me
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave explains why walking this time of year is even more fun. Tap HERE to help support the podcast If you want to send Dave a judgy email tap HERE Lea...
Creating A Memory
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about a recent walk he took with three children and why he's telling that story today. Tap HERE to help support Walking is Fitness Learn mo...
People Are Watching You
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's a windy ten-minute walk as Dave talks about how you are inspiring others...whether you realize it or not! To help support the podcast tap HERE Le...
The Advantage (And Disadvantage) Of A Walking Routine
22 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave considers one advantage and one disadvantage to walking the same route at the same time every day. He does the same for those who change it up ev...
Are You Ready For The Danger Zone?
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how challenging fitness could become in the next few weeks. To get your free guide to building a 90 d...
I Want To Take A Break
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever said that to yourself? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares some thoughts about what to do when you feel like you need a break fr...
Walking In Snow
19 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Snowy weather doesn't have to end a fitness chain. Dave talks about several options when snow is happening...like it is this weekend in Buffalo, NY. T...
Ten Fun Things Seen While Walking
18 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you walk often enough you'll see some pretty fun things. Dave shares ten he's seen while walking. Tap HERE to help support the podcast Learn more a...
When Walking Is An Interlude
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listening to another podcast, Dave hears a guest describe her walking as an interlude. Tap HERE to help support the podcast To check out the podcast...
Another Walking Option
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It may not be the most exciting or fun option, but when time, space, and weather are not your friend you can always do what Dave does for today's ten-...
Why You Should Walk When You Hate The Weather
15 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does gloomy weather make you feel gloomy? Dave shares what he does when that happens and some research that supports his choice. To help support the p...
How Can I Increase My Walking Pace?
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave answers a listener question about walking faster. How do you increase your walking pace? Tap HERE to support the podcast To get your free guide t...
I Can Do This!
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Some of us tell ourselves, "We're not good enough." During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers a suggestion to to begin changing that inner narrative...
Walking In A Hurricane (sorta)
12 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's ten-minute walk happens in winds from Nicole as Dave shares an email from Leah. Tap HERE to buy the podcast a coffee or two... Learn more abou...
What Keeps You From Quitting?
11 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how quickly he has abandoned his goals and what keeps him from doing that as often as he used to. Tap...
The NOW Benefit Of Walking
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave returns to his favorite benefit of walking every day during today's ten-minute walk. To help support the podcast tap HERE To reach dave with a co...
Why Today's Episode Is Late
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave explains why today's Walking is Fitness wasn't there when it was supposed to be. To help support the podcast tap HERE Learn more about your ad ch...
When Walking Feels Empowering
08 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Walking is not only a fitness activity, it can also be your transportation. Dave talks about that during today's ten-minute walk. To support the podca...
Why Therapists Are Walking With Their Patients
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever taken a walk to feel better? if so, you're not alone. During today's ten-minute walk Dave talks about a growing trend in therapy. Tap HE...
An Apology While Walking
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave circles back to some things he said in Friday's episode that he wishes he had said differently. If you'd like to help support the podcast tap HER...
A Question About Soreness After Walking
05 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave reads a question from Dan about muscle soreness after walking during today's ten-minute walk. Tap HERE to help support the podcast Learn more abo...
Prevent Weight Gain By Walking
04 Nov 2022
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There's new research that tells us how far to walk to prevent weight gain. Dave talks about it during today's ten-minute walk. Tap HERE to read more ...
How The Time Change Can Affect Your Fitness Routine
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how shifting the clocks back an hour can actually improve your fitness routine and day. Tap HERE to h...
Why I Park In The Back Of The Lot
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today Dave explains why he automatically heads for the back of a parking lot. And, it's not for the reason you might expect. Tap HERE to help support ...
No One Has Ever Heard This...Till Now
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Before listening to this episode it's important to check out yesterday's Walking Is Fitness. Today's episode is the first test of this daily podcast...
The Best Way To Measure Progress
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave previews tomorrow's special episode during today's ten-minute walk. It's all about how to be encouraged by your own progress. To help support the...
Lots Of Comments
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares recent feedback in this episode...including two emails from listeners in different continents that were very similar. Tap HERE to suppor...
The Benefit Of Walking After Work
29 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Walking after a long and intense day of work can actually help you relax. At least, that's what Dave believes. He explains why during today's ten-minu...
Why It's More Than A Fitness Chain
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you're building a fitness chain, what happens when you have to stop, but don't want too? Dave shares the story of a friend who had to end her 308 d...
The Walk That Changed Apple Computer
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave tells the story of a walk Steve Jobs took in 1983 that changed the direction of Apple Computer. To help support t...
Which Is Better - One Long Walk Or Multiple Shorter Walks?
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave looks at some data and talks about the differences between taking one long walk every day or multiple shorter walks. Tap HERE to help support the...
How To Restart Walking For Fitness
25 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a new fitness journey is hard. Restarting may be even harder. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the smart plan of someone who resta...
Your Suggestions About The Podcast
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about the responses he received when he asked listeners to answer four questions about the podcast. If you have a comment you can email Dav...
Prepare Now For Bad Weather
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You can actually walk outside in weather you hate and enjoy it! During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the story of a day he spent in weather he ...
Thank You!
22 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Comments, reviews, and support from listeners this week are discussed during today's ten-minute walk with dave. Tap HERE to support the podcast To sen...
Intentionality Matters While You're Walking
21 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
New research about the health benefits of walking indicates we need to push our pace. Dave talks about this during today's ten-minute walk. Tap HERE ...
New Research On 10,000 Steps
20 Oct 2022
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During today's ten-minute walk Dave talks about new research indicating 10,000 steps a day is a great goal! Check out the research HERE and HERE To ...
Can Walking Help Relieve Pain?
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about the possible benefits of walking as a way to bring relief from pain. Check out the blog post Dave mentions in today's episode HERE T...
An Inspiring Email
18 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Oleg listens to the podcast while walking in Kyiv, Ukraine. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave reads an email from Oleg about how his walking routin...
How To Start And Stay With It
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares a post he saw on Facebook and the life-changing story it triggered. To help support the podcast tap HERE Learn more about your ad choices....
When People Say Stuff
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nancy's family thinks she's goofy for walking a lot. Dave offers some perspective when people notice and comment on your walking. To support the podca...
Your Feedback
15 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares some recent emails, reviews, and support for the podcast during today's ten-minute walk. Tap HERE to join Dave and Jill who are helping to...
How Walking Is Lowering Your Risk Of Dementia
14 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares encouraging new research about how walking can significantly lower your risk of getting dementia. He also talks about why this is especial...
When I Fell In Love With Walking
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave gives you a little more of his walking backstory...and talks about how that applies to you. Tap HERE to support t...
Snakes While Walking
12 Oct 2022
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Dave is not a fan of snakes and he talks about ways he lowers the probability of encountering one while walking. Tap HERE to help support the podcast ...
The Downside Of Walking A Lot
11 Oct 2022
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Dave discusses the downside of walking a lot and what he's doing about that. Tap HERE to read the blog post Dave mentions Tap HERE to help support th...
The Most Important Thing Needed For Fitness
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about a super important component of moving forward with fitness during today's ten-minute walk...and how you can make sure it's a part of ...
A Walking Tour Of DC - Tidal Basin
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On the final day of his week-long walking tour of Washington DC, Dave takes a ten-minute walk along The Tidal Basin where you can visit the Jefferson ...
A Walking Tour Of DC - Lincoln Memorial
08 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave walks along the Reflecting Pool approaching the Lincoln Memorial for today's ten-minute walk...part of a week-long walking tour of Washington DC....
A Walking Tour Of DC - White House
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave's ten-minute walk today is on Pennsylvania Avenue in front of the White House during his week-long walking tour of DC. To get more info about vis...
A Walking Tour Of DC - Washington Monument
06 Oct 2022
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Dave walks by the Washington Monument during his week-long walking tour of DC. For more info on visiting the Washington Monument tap HERE Tp help supp...
A Walking Tour of DC - The Smithsonian Museums
05 Oct 2022
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The Smithsonian is one of the most visited museums in the world. Today's walk in Washington DC is along the National Mall past these popular destinati...
A Walking Tour Of DC - National Mall
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave walks along the National Mall during Day Two of his week-long walking tour of Washington DC. While walking today, Dave sees Marine One, the presi...
A Walking Tour Of DC - US Capitol
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave begins a week-long walking tour of Washington DC. Today he is on the east side of the US Capitol which also includes the US Supreme Court and the...
You're Not Walking Alone
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares some of the places where people are walking and listening to the podcast. Tap HERE to send Dave a brief de...
Your Turn
01 Oct 2022
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Dave shares comments, reviews, and an email he received from listeners this week. Tap HERE to reach out to Dave Tap HERE to join Doug, Col, and others...
Let's Build A 31 Day Fitness Chain
30 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about his love for October and challenges us to take advantage of the unique opportunities this month presents. Tap HERE to grab your free ...
The Case For Taking A Walk After Meals
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares new research about walking after eating and the positive impact that can have on your health. Tap HERE to learn more about the research D...
How Much Of This Symphony Was Composed While Walking?
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about the link between walking and creativity during today's ten-minute walk. Also, be listening for the moment he walks right into a spide...
My Uh-Oh Moment
27 Sep 2022
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Your feedback about Walking is Fitness is helpful. Tap HERE for an email form to answer the questions Dave asks during today's ten-minute walk. Learn ...
Who Can You Encourage?
26 Sep 2022
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Dave shares a story from Laurie about the power of being an encourager! Tap HERE to help support the podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...
Serving Others While Walking
25 Sep 2022
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Dave adds another component to today's ten-minute walk that serves his community. To help support the podcast tap HERE Learn more about your ad choi...
How Walking Helped Me This Week
24 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, Dave explains how brief walks were a HUGE benefit. To support the podcast tap HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...
Why My Friend Doesn't Like Walking
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about why it's hard to get started pursuing fitness during today's ten-minute walk. Tap HERE to get your free guide to building a fitness c...
Getting Stronger This Autumn
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today is the first day of Fall and an opportunity to increase your fitness capacity. Dave offers a couple ideas during today's ten-minute walk. To hel...
A Memorable Walk In New York
21 Sep 2022
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During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the story of a memorable walk in Manhattan and the impact it had years later. To help support the podcast ...
The Pleasures Of Early Morning Walks
20 Sep 2022
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Dave takes today's ten-minute walk before sunrise and talks about why he enjoys this as much as he does. Tap HERE to help support the podcast Learn mo...
Learn How To Encourage Yourself
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness comparison can be discouraging. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how he is learning to encourage himself when faced with other...
Expanding Your Weather Comfort Zone
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares what happened to him after he chose to take a long walk in the rain without an umbrella for the first time in years. Tap HERE to help supp...
I Won't Be Able To Say This Again
17 Sep 2022
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Dave shares some listener comments, updates support, and reveals how he was proven wrong this week. To help support the podcast tap HERE To send Dave ...
Keeping Your Feet Happy
16 Sep 2022
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During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares three fun facts about feet and ways to keep them healthy. To help support the podcast tap HERE Learn more ...
Are You Really Doing A Hard Thing?
15 Sep 2022
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Dave answers an email that pushes back on the idea that this daily walk is hard. Tap HERE to help support the podcast Learn more about your ad choices...
Walking At The Airport
14 Sep 2022
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Dave walks through BWI Airport while he waits for his flight back to South Carolina. Tap HERE to help support the podcast Learn more about your ad cho...
The Pro's And Con's Of Walking Inside
13 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's ten-minute walk for Dave happens inside. He explains why and offers some thoughts on the benefits and challenges of walking inside. Tap HERE...