Walking is Fitness
Episodes
Is This Walk Worth It?
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your decisions and actions today will have an impact on your future self. During today's ten-minute walk Dave talks about how a regret audit is help h...
Counting Steps Will Complicate Your Life
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Five ways counting steps will complicate your life. That's what Dave discusses from personal experience during today's ten-minute walk.Join the Walkin...
Do You Stretch Before Walking?
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There are reasons to add consistent stretching to your walking routine. But, during today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about why he doesn't do this.J...
Is This A Good "Shoe Strategy?"
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it good to alternate using multiple pairs of walking shoes? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the pros and cons of rotating through ...
Does A Morning Walk Feel Like A Win?
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It is a win, but what if it doesn't feel like it? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave reflects on how he feels about his morning walk.Join the Walkin...
10,000 Steps
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're thinking about walking 10,000 steps a day, this episode is for you.Join the Walking Friends Community on PatreonDownload the free December W...
This Has Been Even Harder For Me Than Fitness
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Download the free December Walking is Fitness Scavenger Hunt List. Finding these 32 items can make your walks this month even more fun.Join the Walkin...
Why Don't Guys Like Walking?
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is walking a "women's thing"? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave responds to a comment about men and walking.Download the free December Walking is F...
What About Those Who Have Jobs That Require A Lot Of Sitting?
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sitting a lot is dangerous according to research. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave responds to someone who asked this question.Join the Walki...
Are You Getting On The Struggle Bus?
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Winter can be a challenging time to stay consistent with walking. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave asks two clarifying questions that could help y...
A Tense Walk Along The Harbor
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave tells the story of a walk he and Ava took ten years ago that got tense. Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ad...
This Actually Scares Me
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave gets vulnerable during today's ten-minute walk.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ad-free, longer episodes of...
The Key To Consistency
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Building consistency into your walking habit can be challenging. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the key to building a consistent wal...
10 Things I'm Grateful For About Walking
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave turns today's ten-minute walk into a Walk of GratitudeJoin the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ad-free, longer epis...
What Is Your Walking Audio History?
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What do you enjoy listening to while walking? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how his answer to this question has changed over the ye...
Walking Weight Loss Math
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how walking can help with weight loss and on-going weight control.Join the Walking Friends Commu...
A Walking Community For Introverts
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A walking group in California has an interesting focus and appeal. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave explains how this unique walking club is espec...
Are You Internally Or Externally Motivated?
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding how you're motivated can be helpful while creating and maintaining your walking habit. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about ...
Is It Time To Reconsider Your Walk?
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How we measure our walking can also determine how we walk. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave ponders reasons why it might be time to reconsider how...
Is Walking Inferior To Running?
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott used to believe that walking is inferior to running. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares Scott's comment and talks about why people feel...
Discipline
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Which comes first? Discipline or fitness? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how we can get this backwards.Join the Walking Friends...
My Favorite Walking Accessories
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Walking doesn't require a lot of extra expense. But, there are some things that can make walking more fun and efficient. During today's ten-minute wal...
Some Of My Favorite Walking Memories
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A special event 24 years ago today led to some special walking memories. During today's ten-minute walk you'll hear some of these.Join the Walkin...
Wise Counsel From Dr. Emily
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A recent post about movement on Instagram recently grabbed Dave's attention. He shares five wise nuggets from a board certified doctor about becoming ...
When You Don't Want The Walk To End
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wanted your walk to keep going...to not end? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about several reasons why he sometimes feels thi...
I'm Furious
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave responds to a comment on YouTube during today's ten-minute walk.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ad-free, l...
The Beauty Of Sitting
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
During a rainy walk, Dave flips the script and talks about the fun part of not walking, but sitting.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon...
Can Walking Help You Look Younger?
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scott calls walking a "fountain of youth." During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how research indicates walking can help you look younger.J...
This Blew My Mind
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Two people walking at the same speed side-by-side might actually be moving at a very different pace from each other. During today's ten-minute walk, D...
How Walking Is Helping My Stress
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about how his stress has increased lately and how walking is helping this.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclu...
A New Perspective
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A comment from a YouTube viewer is giving Dave a new perspective about walking.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ...
Seven Years Ago Today
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast would likely not exist if Dave made a different decision on November 9, 2018. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the story of th...
A Week Of Walking In The Dark
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Has your walking changed since the time change? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about walking in the dark.Get the free November Walking is ...
How Do I Increase My Walking?
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave answers a listener question about walking more.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ad-free, longer episodes of...
Should I Break My Record?
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about a day, recently, when he had to make a decision to challenge his one day step record. Join the Walking Friends Community on Patr...
Is Your Walking Routine Dynamic?
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does your walking ever change? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how walking routines can change with the seasons.Join the Walking...
When Walking Is Boring
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Not everyone finds walking exciting. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares an inspiring comment from someone who finds walking boring.Join the&n...
Taking Advantage Of Walking Opportunities
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"What is your pre and post walk routine?" During today's ten-minute walk, Dave answers this question as he takes advantage of a walking opportunityJoi...
It's All About The Systems
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Focusing on goals alone is usually not enough to create consistent habits. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave unpacks a powerful principle in the bo...
An Anniversary
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get the free November Walking is Fitness Scavenger Hunt ListTake the brief 11 question walking surveyCheck out the Walking Friends Community on Patreo...
Are These Steps Cumulative?
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do all your steps count towards the research backed health benefits of walking? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave answers this question from a list...
Daydreaming
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you like daydreaming, take a walk. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how daydreaming while walking has significantly impacted his li...
Another Way Walking Can Save You Money
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Walking is frugal exercise. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a story from Linda about how walking saved her a nice chunk of money.Join the&...
When Is Too Old?
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Starting new things can feel harder as we get older. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave gets personal as he's been wrestling with this question afte...
The Value Of A Slower Pace
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's Positive Spin Day. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave puts a positive spin on walking slower when he doesn't want to.Join the Walking Frie...
It Is Solved
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about five times he's solved problems while walking. Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ad-free, longer...
Where Are You Walking?
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Take the Walking SurveyDownload the free Walking is Fitness October Scavenger Hunt ListCheck out the Walking Friends Community on PatreonSee Privacy P...
I Feel Self Conscious
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are people watching you as you walk? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the option of walking inside when you feel self conscious walkin...
Let's Do A Mindset Shift
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How we think about exercise often determines whether we are successful or not. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a comment that leads to a h...
BONUS: Solving The Problem Of This Podcast
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does your walking look like? Let Dave know through THIS BRIEF SURVEY. On average it takes about three-minutes to complete these 11 questions.See ...
What Happens When There Is No Walk In The Morning
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recently Dave didn't take a longer walk to start his morning. During today's ten-minute walk, he explains how the day unfolded after that.Join the&nbs...
Are You Taking Advantage Of These Opportunities?
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You don't HAVE TO sit all day at work. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about opportunities to walk during the workday.Join the Walking...
Am I The Only One Who Does This?
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave gives you a backstage pass into how he thinks about engaging others while walking.Join the Walking Friends C...
This Isn't Working
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On a warm autumn walk, Dave shares a provocative comment from Rhonda.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ad-free, l...
It's Your Turn
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join the Walking Friends Community on PatreonTake the Walking Survey. Just 11 questions...and eight are multiple choiceDownload the October Walking Sc...
The US Capitol
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today's ten-minute walk happens on the grounds of the US Capitol in Washington DC.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusiv...
Welcome To My Favorite Coffee Shop
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave walks to his favorite coffee shop during a brief visit to Washington DC.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ad...
What Do You Feel When You Miss A Walk?
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A friend of Dave's recently made a comment about walking and how he feel's when he misses a day. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks a bit more...
One Day At A Time
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kathy has a different approach to her daily walking goals. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks more about Kathy's perspective.Join the Wal...
The Joys Of A Morning Walk
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's something pretty special about an early morning walk. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a comment from Mike, who's a farmer and trul...
Is Walking Hard?
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A comment from Chuck about the challenge of creating an exercise habit is the focus of today's ten-minute walk.Join the Walking Friends Community...
Mila's List Is Ready!
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, ten-year-old Mila requested a scavenger hunt list that can be used while walking. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how this...
Can Walking Cause Constipation?
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave digs for the answer to this question because of a recent listener comment. Today's walk also goes a little longer than minutes because of curiosi...
How Much Is AI Used For Making This Podcast?
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How do you feel about AI? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how he plans to use AI for this podcast, the YouTube channel, and his weekl...
Taking The Long View
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kismet started walking ten-years ago. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares this inspiring story of transformation and the value of taking the l...
How Hyper Aware Are You?
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A couple recent incidents happened to Dave that have made him even more hyper aware while walking. During today's ten-minute walk, he shares both of t...
Knowing Your Why
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When motivation is lacking, knowing why you're walking is important. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a comment from Mike about why he's co...
The Value Of A BIG Walking Goal
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Carolyn has a goal she'd like to reach before the end of the year. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about Carolyn's goal and why having a bi...
Can You Help 10-Year-Old Mila?
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mila has a request. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave describes that request and asks for your help.Join the Walking Friends Community on PatreonSe...
That Time I Got Lost While Walking
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It happened in Italy. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the story of that memorable walk.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for e...
Let's Take An Aromatic Walk
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dave engages the sense of smell during today's ten-minute walk.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive, ad-free, longer episodes o...
The Benefits Of Japanese Interval Walking
01 Oct 2025
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Learn how to do interval training walking as developed in Japan during today's ten-minute walk.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon ...
Feeling Overwhelmed
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a new walking habit can feel overwhelming. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a non-walking story about tackling an overwhelming pro...
The Critics Speak
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some are funny. Some are helpful. Some don't make sense. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares some of the criticisms he receives about the podc...
A Thousand Wishes
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A powerful quote from the past is the focus of today's ten-minute walk with DaveJoin the Walking Friends Community on Patreon for exclusive ...
Do You Prefer Walking Alone Or With Someone?
27 Sep 2025
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A Walk And Stalk
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Williamsburg a couple weeks ago, Dave took a pretty cool picture that he shared with his family. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about t...
Would You Want This Super Power?
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Walking beside a large field, Dave entertains a wild idea. During today's ten-minute walk, you can ponder along with Dave if you'd want a unique super...
How Much Do You Value Walking?
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An email from Steve has Dave thinking about the value of each step. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave will share Steve's incredible story.Join the&...
Is Walking Enough?
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A book by Dr. Peter Attia reframes this question in a meaningful way as dave talks about during today's ten-minute walk.Join the Walking Friends Commu...
Using Walks To Create Lifetime Memories
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Walking is a powerful "brain tool" that can help us gain clarity and even be more creative. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave tells two times he us...
A Walk Through Historic Georgetown, SC
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A day trip to Georgetown, SC yields a nice little surprise and you'll hear what Dave was not expecting during today's ten-minute walk.Join the Walking...
Jill's Brave Decision
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Have You Ever Done This?
19 Sep 2025
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A fun YouTube comment got Dave thinking about a walking tactic that, on the surface, shouldn't work. But, it actually does as Dave talks about during ...
Now What?
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a walking goal is reached? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a comment from Mike about the importance of goals to keep mov...
What If Everybody Walked?
17 Sep 2025
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Dave talks about five ways the world would be different if everybody took an intentional walk each day.Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon f...
The Promises We Make
16 Sep 2025
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My Treadmill Is Helping Me With This
15 Sep 2025
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This Approach Could Lead To More Walking
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A comment from Betsy includes an idea to get "more steps" if you're looking for ways to do that. Dave talks about that during today's ten-minute walk....
Linda's Snake Encounter While Walking
13 Sep 2025
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Snake encounters while walking! During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares what happened to Linda this spring.Join the Walking Friends Community on P...
There Are No Guarantees
12 Sep 2025
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How do you feel when an unexpected health issue happens? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about his neighbor who walks a lot and is now faci...
A Coffee Surprise
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Day Two in Williamsburg didn't start according to plan, so Dave's ten-minute walk is in search of coffee.Join the Walking Friends Community ...
How Walking Helps When Weather Doesn't
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Away from home for a few days, Dave talks about how walking can brighten his mood when the weather is a downer.Join the Walking Friends Community...
Advantages Of An "Average" Step Goal
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mike's step goal while on vacation is a really good approach to walking. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about what Mike did last week.Join...
I Hope To Walk Again
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is what a listener recently expressed in a comment. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares this person's circumstances and also asks Bruce a...
I'm Done!
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's not often Dave feels this way, but he does right now. During today's ten-minute walk, he explains why.Download your free fitness chain track...
One Of My Regrets Happened 30 Years Ago Today
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You'll hear that story and get an update on the new Walking Friends Community during today's ten-minute walk with Dave.Join the Walking Friends Commun...
I'm Legitimately Curious...How Did You Do This?
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A listener wants to know how Dave walked 20,000 steps every day for more than two years. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave answers Michael's questi...
How's Your Well Of Fortitude?
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Choosing to take a walk when it's uncomfortable may help you later. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave discusses why it's important to build a Well ...
Do You Do This While Walking?
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A comment from Shanti put words to something dave enjoys doing while he's walking outside. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about this parti...