Walking is Fitness
Episodes
Did You See The Clown On The Unicycle?
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walking while looking at your phone has some very real consequences. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about these and offers an example of o...
When Am I Too Old For Fitness?
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there an age when it's too old to begin pursuing fitness? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares some exciting research and wonders if there's...
My Biggest Month Of Walking Ever!
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the month he walked more steps than he's ever walked before. He also shares five lessons he learned t...
What Happens If I Miss A Day?
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave believes there's actually a more important question as you're building a fitness habit. He talks about that during today's ten-minute walk.Check ...
Is Walking Part Of Your Lifestyle?
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the benefits of walking for fitness is it can become more than a box to be checked off. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about what s...
I Don't Find Step Goals Motivating!
28 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not everyone likes counting their steps. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers a perspective from someone who finds step goals demotivating.Chec...
Try THIS When Starting Is Hard
27 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Getting started is one of the hardest things about fitness. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers a suggestion if you've been feeling this strug...
Coffee And Walking
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave loves coffee almost as much as walking. During today's ten-minute walk, he shares some fun research that connects the two.Check out Walking is Fi...
Conquering Uncomfortable Weather
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Weather can be big reason to push pause on fitness. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers three ways to overcome uncomfortable conditions.Check ...
I Walked HOW FAR??!!
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Having a daily step goal, for some, is very motivating. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave looks at just how far you're walking when you reach some ...
Can Walking Help "Bathroom Efficiency?"
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are some pretty great benefits to walking...both long-term and right now. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the impact of walking...
How About A Slow Walk?
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes a really slow walk is good. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about five benefits of walking slowly.Check out Walking is Fitness on...
What Are They Thinking?
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
People are watching you...whether you like it or not. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about what he hopes they're thinking.Check out Walkin...
How Daniel Used Walking is Fitness
20 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel started listening to Walking is Fitness a year ago. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares an email from Daniel about what happened after ...
Not All Steps Are Equal
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
They all count the same on the step tracker, but are they really? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave makes an analogy from the paint rollers sold at...
Is This Killing Your Fitness Motivation?
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to stay motivated, especially when this is happening. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave explains what "this" is and how to flip it around...
A Walk Through Colonial Williamsburg
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today's ten-minute walk is through Colonial Williamsburg as Dave describes some fun memories from many visits here.Learn more about Colonial Williamsb...
The Benefits Of Walking On Vacation
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vacations aren't just for relaxing...they can also be an opportunity to walk more. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about five benefits of w...
Taking Pictures While Walking
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever done this? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave describes his five favorite pictures taken while walking.Check out Walking is Fitness on...
Do You Have A Walking Mindset?
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not everybody does. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the benefits of a walking mindset.Check out Walking is Fitness on YouTubeSupport ...
A Frustrated Listener Reaches Out
13 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recent email from a brand new listener who's frustrated by something she heard is one of the topic's during today's ten-minute walk.Check out Walkin...
Three Reasons To Walk A Half Marathon
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Half marathons are for walkers too. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers three reasons why you might want to consider participating in an upcom...
Learning How To Breathe Properly
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Breathing properly has real benefits...including giving us more energy while we're walking. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the three...
Is This Why Fitness Is A Struggle?
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness is hard. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about something that can be a game changer to staying consistent.Check out Walking is Fitn...
Walk Faster Or Walk Longer?
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Which is better? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the benefits of increasing your pace and your length.Check out Walking is Fitness on...
Why I Take The Stairs
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Embrace the stairs. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the benefits of avoiding elevators and escalators.Check out Walking is Fitness on...
A Walk With No Plan
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Even though there's no script, Dave always has a plan before he presses record for these episodes. But, not this time. Today's ten-minute walk, had no...
Is Walking Serious Fitness?
06 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recent YouTube comment has Dave pushing back. He explains during today's ten-minute walk.Check out Walking is Fitness on YouTubeDownload your free W...
What's Your Excuse?
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Some days are harder than others for fitness. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave runs through a bunch of excuses people give for not exercising.Chec...
A Runner's Thoughts About Walking
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a runner has to stop for awhile and walk for exercise instead? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the story of Lily and fiv...
It's National Walking Day!
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers five ways to celebrate this special day!Check out Walking is Fitness on YouTubeDownload your free 90 Day F...
Can Walking Help Postpartum Depression?
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's encouraging research for new moms who are struggling. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the couple times Ava experienced postpa...
Three Levels Of Fitness Hard
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness is hard, but not always in the same way. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the three levels of fitness hard. Which are you in?C...
A Really Special Day
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today is a big anniversary. Dave explains during this ten-minute walk.Check out Walking is Fitness on YouTubeDownload your free 90 Day Fitness Chain T...
Jae Inspires Me!
30 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave shares an email from Jae that is inspiring. Also, during today's ten-minute walk, you'll hear from Emilie, Wynn, Denis, Karen, Lenore, David, Mar...
Do You Really Need 10,000 Steps?
29 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
10k a day seems like the default walking goal, but is it really necessary? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave reacts to a recent email and shares so...
Beware Of This Fitness Danger
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's something most of us do, but it can derail your fitness journey. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave describes the danger and one way to counter...
Don't Give Up!
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness is hard which is why so many stop. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the inspiring story of someone who didn't give up.Check out Wal...
The Most Convenient Way To Walk
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you can't take your regular walk, there is another option. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave demonstrates the most convenient way to grab a fi...
Five Benefits Of A Short Walk
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not every walk needs to be long. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the benefits of the walk we're taking now...and even shorter walks.C...
The Decision We Make On Every Walk
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do we go right or left? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave explains why this decision is a real thing every time he and Ava leave the house for a wa...
You're Not Walking Alone
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You're part of a growing community of people listening to this podcast while you're walking. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about where so...
When Walking Is A "Have To"
22 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Preventing a bad thing from happening can be powerful motivation, but it can also feel like a grind. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about ...
How Walking Gives You Energy
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you need a boost of energy, walking is better than a nap. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave looks at the science behind this.Check out Walking...
Some Fitness Gratitude
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Life doesn't happen in a vacuum. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about three people who inspired his fitness journey.Check out Walking is F...
Do These Steps Count?
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sounds like a silly question, but during last night's walk with Ava, it sorta came up. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about that and two o...
Five Benefits Of Not Giving Up
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness is hard, but keep going! During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about his friend and what can happen when you don't stop.Check out Walking...
Which Is Better - Walking Or Running?
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is a much debated question. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the research and then offers his opinion.Check out Walking is Fitnes...
This Is How Many Steps Could Lengthen Your Life
16 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's new research about how walking could give you some bonus years. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the encouraging numbers.Check out ...
The Walking Adventure Of Bill Bucklew
15 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In 2012, Bill Buckley received some life changing health diagnosis. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the remarkable way Bill is using ...
Have You Thought This?
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness is hard. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about a dangerous line of thinking that we can all fall into.Check out Walking is Fitness ...
A Different Take On Fitness Goals
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Goals are hard to achieve...especially fitness goals. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a perspective he recently saw that helps him when fi...
How Walking Might Change This For You
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Your fitness commitment could change the way you see life. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares how it's changed for Connie and when it changed...
Getting Habits To Stick
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Building a consistent habit is one of the hardest parts of fitness. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about three things experts recommend ab...
Are There Benefits To Walking Every Day?
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Intentional fitness every day is hard. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about some of the benefits others have experienced who made this com...
I'm Not Stopping. That's My Goal
09 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Steve is building a fitness chain. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talk's about Steve's goal, thanks several listeners, and explain the benefits ...
Ava's Remarkable Journey
08 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes fitness is not only hard, but impossible. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the fitness journey his wife has been on and thos...
Are You ready For More Vitamin D?
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the weekend we spring forward. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about some of the benefits of getting more sunshine into our lives.D...
Standardize Before You Optimize
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's a danger when we move too fast with fitness. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave unpacks advice from an expert on habits.Check out Walking is...
My Annual Fitness Report Card
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave got his annual physical yesterday. During today's ten-minute walk, he talks about what the doctor found and the impact this commitment to fitness...
9 Ways To Burn More Calories While Walking
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walking is a great activity for weight management. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about nine ways you can burn even more calories during y...
An Amazing Transformation
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa's transformation is inspiring. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares five thoughts about Melissa's amazing journey.Take the March Walkin...
What's Your March Goal?
02 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you doing the March Walking is Fitness Challenge? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about several who are and what their goal is for the ...
Take The March 2024 Walking Challenge
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you're looking for something to help with fitness consistency or freshen things up, Dave invites you to try the March Walking is Fitness Challenge....
Would You Walk Today If...
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
...this special day was treated differently? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave lets his imagination take over and invites you to do the same.Downlo...
Uh Oh!
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A recent injury sidelined Dave for a few days. During today's ten-minute walk, he explains what happened, how he's doing now, and why there was still ...
The Value Of A Quiet Walk
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever walk with nothing in your ears? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the value of walking without podcasts, audio books, or mu...
If You've Been Sidelined By Illness...
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
...it could be hard to getting back to where you were. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the challenge of restarting and offers some en...
Do You Walk More If You Wear A Step Tracker?
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does counting steps cause you to move more? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave looks at some research to help answer this question.Check out the mas...
A New Challenge For You
24 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walking is Fitness is introducing a new challenge for March. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the details and talks about how this challeng...
Have You Tried This Fitness Trend?
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave didn't realize he was participating in a trendy fitness activity. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about some of the powerful benefits ...
Walking For The Win
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walking can be more than a fitness activity. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the powerful impact this walk can have on the rest of yo...
My Mom's Amazing Response
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Recently, Dave asked his mom a question. Her response was inspiring. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave tells the story of what happened.Check out W...
Why We Hate Exercise
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If exercise was easy everyone would do it. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers five reasons why he thinks exercise is hated by so many.Check o...
I Don't Have A Place To Walk
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not everyone can open the front door and have a place to walk. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about several different options and also how...
Five Surprising Benefits Of Walking
18 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Will they surprise you? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave goes through these five surprising benefits.Here's the Harvard article Dave mentions in t...
What Wynn Did After Her Fitness Chain Broke
17 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stuff happens. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave tells what Wynn did after stuff happened on Day 43 of her Fitness Chain.Learn more about the March...
The Mysterious Walking Stick
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When he was a kid, it made him feel like Evel Knievel. But, now there are more questions than answers. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks abou...
When Life Gets Too Busy
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fitness is hard. It's even harder when you don't have the time. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about how he handles busy days...and then t...
Non Scale Victories
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Losing weight can feel really discouraging at times. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the importance of recognizing your NSV's. Check ...
Why You Should Consider Strength Training
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Well rounded fitness includes more than cardio. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about five benefits of adding strength training to your fit...
Time, Distance, Or Steps?
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are three basic ways to measure walking as exercise. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about a benefit of each and adds a bonus fourth ...
The Worst Goal Possible
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Experts have defined what is a good goal. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about one of his goals that is an example of what goals should NO...
What Happened When Larraine Stopped Walking
10 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Larraine had a consistent walking habit that got interrupted when "lots of life happened." During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares what Larraine e...
Do You Like A Challenge?
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Geraldine McFaul did something pretty amazing last summer. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the inspiring walk Geraldine took to check...
Living Longer Than Most
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Journalist Dan Buettner talked with some of the world's oldest people and wrote about what he learned. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares som...
7 Benefits Of Using A Treadmill
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walking on a treadmill is a good workout. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about seven benefits of using a treadmill.Download your free 90 D...
When I Fell In Love With Walking In Cities
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's something about walking in big cities that's fun. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the trip to New York that sparked an enduri...
What Was Your Turning Point?
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us have a specific point in time when we decided to pursue fitness. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares the turning points for several...
Here's What A Cardiology Nurse Recommends
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Walking has some amazing health benefits, but getting started can be hard. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about what a retired cardiology ...
This Shocked Me!
03 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave was mentioned by a major media outlet this week and the response was surprising. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave explains what happened...an...
It's The Danger Season For Fitness
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you feel the temptation to push pause until things warm up this episode is for you. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave offers a different perspec...
Should You Walk Or Eat First?
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are benefits to either combination. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares some research that will help you decide which is better for you....
Fitness In Retirement
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When is the best time to start fitness for retirement? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares some thoughts as he's preparing for his own retirem...
Would You Like A Job With A Lot Of Walking?
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Not all jobs are sedentary. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about some jobs that would put a lot of steps on your Fitbit.Download your free...
Does Walking Lower Your Blood Pressure?
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Experts say there are three things we can do to help lower blood pressure. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about this and tells the story o...
Has Walking Become Trendy?
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is walking a new fitness trend? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the reasons he thinks this is happening and why some remain skeptical...
Finding Joy In Your Walk
27 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about what Cher does to stay motivated to keep walking.Check out Walking is Fitness on YouTubeSupport the p...
The Proper Walking Technique
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is there a right way and a wrong way to walk? During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares what the experts recommend for walking correctly.Download yo...
Do You Need A Restart?
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sticking with fitness is really hard. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the best way to restart if you've had to stop.Download your fre...