How Does A Walking Routine Go Off Track?

How Does A Walking Routine Go Off Track?

Author: Dave Paul June 5, 2026 Duration: 10:19
Day 5 of the 30 Day Walking Challenge. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a couple stories of long-time walking habits that went sideways...and how to prevent that. Download your FREE 30 Day Fitness Chain Tracker for this challenge Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon Support the sponsors of Walking is Fitness Rythm Health is the world's easiest blood test to help you learn what's happening inside your body. They are offering you 15% off your first month and free shipping at rythmhealth.com/walking I've been using Warby Parker glasses for nine years I love them! Buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at warbyparker.com/walking See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There's a quiet revolution happening in your neighborhood, one step at a time, and Dave Paul is your guide. Walking is Fitness isn't about high-intensity drills or complicated routines; it's built on the simple, profound truth that consistent movement is the foundation of well-being. Each episode is a companion for your own stroll, recorded live as Dave walks, so you get the genuine sounds of footsteps and passing scenery that make it feel like you're right there with a friend. You'll hear about how this accessible activity can tangibly lower disease risk and add years to your life, but also how it serves as a moving meditation to settle a restless mind and untangle daily stress. This daily ten-minute commitment is the core of the podcast, a manageable anchor point that proves fitness doesn't have to be loud or exhausting to be incredibly effective. Tune in and discover how layering this gentle, powerful habit into your day can reshape your health, your mood, and your clarity of thought, all from the path right outside your door.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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How We Can Reduce The Risk Of Falling [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:19
Falls can be life changing. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about ways we can reduce the risk of falling. You'll also hear a clip from a recent conversation from Dr. Courtney Conley who's an expert about foot,…
An Important Conversation About Shoes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:50
Dr. Courtney Conley, one of the authors of the new book "Walk" shares her expert take on the shoes we should be wearing while walking. Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon Check out Walking is Fitness sponsors:…
Let's Walk To The Bookstore [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:36
Dave walks to Barnes and Noble to buy the new book, "Walk" during today's ten-minute walk. Download your free 30 Day Fitness Chain Tracker Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon Check out Walking is Fitness sponso…
Five Downsides To Walking [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:39
Walking has a ton of benefits, but walking also has a few downsides. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about five reasons walking can be harmful. Download your free 30 Day Fitness Chain Tracker Join the Walking…
7 Observations About Walking From A 66 Year Old [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:54
Dave moves from 65 to 66 years old today. During this ten-minute walk, he shares seven observations about walking. Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon Check out Walking is Fitness sponsors: Monarch will help yo…
Reframing The Walk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:06
When you start feeling like "I HAVE TO WALK" it's helpful to think about the walk differently. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares a comment from Mike and then shares a recent day when he felt the same. Join the…
This Impacts My Walking Motivation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:21
There are five big reasons why people don't "take the walk." During today's ten-minute walk, Dave talks about the one that really trips him up...and what he does about it. Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon Ch…
"Well, That's Crazy" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:13
This was Jon's first thought when invited to take a long hike. During today's ten-minute walk, Dave shares what Jon and his wife did after that initial reaction. Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon Check out Wa…
This Walk Didn't End Well [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:57
On Mother's Day, Dave shares the story of a walk he took with his mom when he was four years old. It didn't end well. Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon Check out Walking is Fitness sponsors: Monarch will help…
Can Walking Help Recover From Burnout...Or Even Prevent It? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:25
An email from Andreas about recovering from burnout is the jumping off point for today's ten-minute walk. Join the Walking Friends Community on Patreon Check out Walking is Fitness sponsors: Monarch will help you get you…