Walking & Talking with Helen - Walking Workouts

10-Minute Walk After Sitting Too Long | Your Butt Will Thank You | 80

Been sitting at your desk or on the sofa too long? Get up and give your butt a 10-minute walking break. This guided walking workout helps wake up sleepy glutes and gets your body moving again after hours of sitting. We'll also play around with your walking stride to see if you can get your glutes doing a little more of the work (or glute activation). Walk outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. In this quick walk you’ll get: About 1,300 steps A quick break from sitting too long Easy ways to wake up sleepy glutes Walking and posture tweaks A few walking ideas to fire up your glutes The 55-minute timer trick And because I tend to drift (thanks ADHD), I also... Explain why my butt is apparently on vacation Turn into a five-foot tall Hunchback of Notre Dame Discover the first step to using my exercise step... is opening the box Decide my butt does not need a 14-step morning routine This podcast to walk to includes upbeat instrumental background walking music, walking cues, a few stride (not snide) experiments, and an optional cool-down. If you've been stuck at your desk, in the car, or on the couch, get up and come walk with me. Your butt will thank you. Don't forget to Follow the podcast. I'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment on Spotify or tag your walk with #WalkTalkWithHelen on social media. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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MTV Nostalgia Walk | 20 Minutes to Summon Gen X | 79

Need something fun to listen to while you walk? This 20-minute guided walking workout is packed with '80s MTV memories, Gen X nostalgia, 80s-style background music, and just enough coaching to keep you moving while your brain takes a trip back in time. Walk outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. Today you'll get... About 2500 steps A fun way to make your walk less boring A trip back to the early days of MTV Upbeat instrumental walking music and walking cues A walking buddy in your ear And because I tend to drift (thanks ADHD), I also... Introduce you to my pretend husband, Billy Idol Forget my cats' names but remember every '80s lyric Decide I could've been Bono's sister Get emotional over Do They Know It's Christmas Tell you the story behind Dire Straits’ Money for Nothing Take a trip back to U2, Madonna, Tom Petty, A-ha, Thriller This walking podcast includes background music, walking cues, an optional cool-down, and a bell at the halfway point if you're walking outside. If you're ready to get your steps in, relive a little Gen X nostalgia, and make your walks a little less boring, lace up your high-top sneakers, grab your leg warmers, and come walk with me. Don't forget to Follow the podcast. Q: Who was your biggest MTV crush? Leave a comment on Spotify or tag your walk with #WalkTalkWithHelen on social media. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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10-Minute Morning Walk | Not a Morning Person? Me Either | 78

Not a morning person? Me either. But this 10-minute guided morning walk is a brisk (ish), music-led way to get some steps in before life gets in the way. Walk outside, or at home on a treadmill, walking pad, or even marching in place. You'll wake up, boost your energy, and fit in a little movement before work, errands, emails, and everything else demands your attention. Even if you're grumpy in the mornings (like me), you'll get: A beginner-friendly, low-impact morning walk About 1300 steps A little more morning energy Some peace before the day begins And because I tend to drift (thanks ADHD), I... Confess I used to eat ice cream out of a gallon container Threaten people who talk to me pre-coffee Blame Billy Idol for a 6 a.m. class This walking podcast includes upbeat background walking music, walking cues, an optional cool-down, and a bell at the halfway point so you know when to turn around. If you're trying to get some steps in before something happens to throw you off, or want to build a morning walking habit, lace up your shoes and come with me for a morning walk. Don't forget to Follow the podcast. I'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment on Spotify or tag your walk with #WalkTalkWithHelen on social media. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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1-Mile Walk with Speed Bursts | Time Flies By | 77

Want your walk to go by faster? This 1-mile guided interval walking workout keeps your body moving and your mind distracted. With optional one-minute interval bursts, upbeat walking music, and a few travel stories that prove you probably shouldn't let me plan the itinerary, the time flies by and you're done before you know it. Walk outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. You'll get... A beginner-friendly, low-impact 1-mile guided interval walking workout A fun way to get about 2,000 steps without watching the clock A chance to build stamina, boost your energy, and challenge yourself at your own pace A walking buddy in your ear to help distract you from the effort And because I tend to drift (thanks ADHD), I also chat about... Why we missed the train in London to the Harry Potter tour Accidentally riding a broken bike uphill to teach spin class Why traveling with me apparently involves running through airports Aerosmith encouraging me to "Live on the Edge" This walking podcast includes background walking music with a beat, walking and speed cues, an optional cool-down, and a bell at the halfway point if you want to turn around. If you've been looking for a fun way to fit in a 1-mile walk or make your walking workout fly by, go grab your walking shoes. Like walking intervals? Go walk to episode 58 - Japanese Walking Method | 20-Minute Low-Impact Interval Walk. Don't forget to Follow the podcast. I'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment on Spotify or tag your walk with #WalkTalkWithHelen on social media. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Steal These Ideas to Walk More | 10-Minute Walk | 76

Want to walk more without relying on motivation? This 10-minute guided walking workout has simple ideas you can steal from people who walk a lot… and enjoy it. If you've been trying to stay consistent, fit in more steps, or make walking feel less like a chore, this walk is full of easy things you can do right now. Walk outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. You'll get... Simple ways to make walking part of your everyday routine Real life ideas to help you stay consistent without waiting to "feel motivated" A beginner-friendly, low-impact guided walk About 1300 steps with upbeat walking music A few tricks to make your walks more fun so you'll actually want to keep going And because I tend to drift (thanks ADHD), I also... Explain why asking to steal a piece of chocolate sounds more exciting than asking for one Tell you how I walked more than 7,000 steps in Bangkok because I desperately wanted... bread Declare myself a proud Carbitarian Talk about my messy closet Sing a little “walk this way, talk this way…” This podcast to walk to includes background walking music, walking cues, and a bell at the halfway point. Want an easier way to walk more, stay on track, and make walking a habit that actually sticks? Lace up your shoes and let's go for a walk. Don't forget to Follow the podcast, and find me on social @yourwalkingpodcast. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Clear Your Head | 15-Minute Guided Walk | 75

Need time to yourself? This 15-minute guided walk is intentionally different from my usual walking episodes. Clear your head, slow things down a bit, and enjoy walking to upbeat music. If you've been feeling stressed, distracted, or simply need a few minutes to yourself, this walk gives you a chance to take a walking break and clear your head while you move. I won't be chatting as much as I usually do (wait, what?), but I'm still right here with light coaching and walking cues to help you get your steps in. Walk outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. Get... A chance to clear your head and take a break from all the noise A beginner-friendly, low-impact guided walk that's still a workout Upbeat background walking music and light coaching A walking break to unplug for a few minutes Plenty of space to think (or not think), daydream, or simply walk to the beat There's a bell at the halfway point if you're walking outside. If you've been craving less talking and more movement, lace up your shoes and come for a walk. No pressure. No weirdness. Just 15 minutes to clear your head and enjoy the walk. Don't forget to follow the podcast and find me on social @yourwalkingpodcast. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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1-Mile Guided Walk (Treadmill Friendly) | When It's Hot Outside | 74

Too hot to walk outside? Let’s get that mile in anyway. This 1 mile guided walking workout is for those days when the weather has other plans. Whether it’s blazing hot, pouring rain, freezing cold, or you simply missed your chance to get outside, you can still get your steps in. Walk outside if the weather is bearable, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. You can even march in place, walk the mall, power through Target or Costco, pace an airport terminal, or walk/run in the pool. Need a backup plan for those too hot days? You’ll get… A beginner-friendly, low-impact 1-mile walking workout About 2,000 steps without melting in the summer heat An easier way to keep moving when your outdoor plans fall apart Fresh ideas for getting your walk in almost anywhere A walking buddy in your ear to help the time fly by And because I tend to drift, I also… Tell you why walking all over Bangkok (“One Night in Bangkok…”) felt completely normal, but walking one day in Dubai finally defeated me Confess that I somehow keep missing my “perfect” early-morning walking window Share the story of my first client treadmill disaster as a brand-new personal trainer Admit I turned down a Costco tuxedo cake after tasting sample… then went back the next day to buy… yup… the whole cake Explain why my orange cats think every treadmill walk should include them This walking podcast includes background walking music, walking cues, breathing reminders, and a bell at the halfway point if you’re walking outside. If you’ve ever looked outside and thought, “not gonna do it” this walk is for you. Don’t forget to Follow the pocast, and @yourwalkingpodcast on socials. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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90s Nostalgia Guided Walk | 15-Minute Walking Workout | 73

This 15-minute walking workout is a fun trip back to the 90s. Set to upbeat background walking music with some audio coaching, we’ll laugh about music, movies, TV, gadgets, and all those little things we completely forgot about while you get your steps in. You can do this guided walking workout outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. Need a break from emails, chores, and all the grown-up stuff for a little while? With this walk you'll get: A fun way to make the walk fly by About 2,000 steps with a brisk walking workout that doesn’t feel like exercise A beginner-friendly, low-impact walk A chance to clear your head and reduce stress A little 90s nostalgia while hanging out with a friend And because I tend to drift, I… Admit I used to disconnect my husband’s dial-up internet just by picking up the phone Wonder why Blockbuster never seemed to have the movie we wanted Risk making half of you mad by admitting I thought Titanic was just… okay Wonder how we ever found anything before GPS (and yes… MapQuest is somehow still around) This walking podcast includes background music, walking cues, and a bell at the halfway point if you’re walking outside. If you grew up in the 90s, or just want a way to make walking less boring, lace up your shoes and come for a walk. We'll dive into the world of Clueless, The Matrix, Nirvana, Backstreet Boys and more! Don’t forget to Follow. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Walk Off a Bad Mood | 10-Minute Walk to Make You Less Grumpy [Encore]

This short walk is for those days when you're in a bad mood and want to run away everything. If you’re feeling stressed, grumpy, overwhelmed, or stuck, this short walk helps you clear your head and puts you in a better mood. No toxic positivity here. You can walk outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. Snap out of a bad mood without pretending problems don’t exist Find one tiny good thing (like an amazing cup of coffee!) Do a beginner-friendly, low-impact walking workout Get in about 1200 steps Reset your mood with a quick scavenger hunt in your head And because I have ADHD and drift, I also... Share the story of "Welcome to my tired and defeated spin class" Almost forget to cool you down because... Bob Marley Explain why “just think positive” makes me even crabbier Talk about how a good song (and dancing around your house) can boost your mood Realize that Matlock's Kathy Bates was right: Two things can be true Send you off with a virtual hug and, "Don't worry about a thing 'Cause every little thing gonna be alright..." This walking podcast includes background walking music, tips to relieve tension, and a bell at the halfway point. If you need a quick walking workout, a better mood, a little stress relief, or just a way to break out of a bad mood loop, lace up your shoes and come for a walk with me. We can make ourselves less grumpy together. And if that doesn’t work… I’ll meet you at the airport. Make sure you hit Follow so you don't miss a episode. (This is an encore episode, originally released in 2025. Because... bad moods happen.) Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Walk to Get More Energy | 10-Minute Walk 4 of 4 | 72

This is the final walk in our 4 part walking series. We’re finishing strong with a 10 minute power walk. A power walk is a brisk walk with purpose: faster than a casual stroll, slower than a run, and a great way to boost your heart rate without beating up your joints. This guided walking workout combines movement, music, and a story so time flies while you get in some low impact cardio. Walk outside or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. You get: A beginner friendly power walk workout About 10 minutes of movement and 1300 steps A brisk, low impact cardio boost My ADHD also brings things like: Why a purple bike should have been a warning sign Cycling in Solvang, California, and the bakery adventures Whether the five second rule applies to peanut M&Ms on the road The Monty Python song I can't get enough of This episode ha background walking music, breathing reminders for energy (oxygen, baby), a fast-ish walking pace, and a bell at the halfway point. Along the way we talk about staying in motion when things go sideways, doing different types of walks, and how three 10 minute walks add up to a good 30 minutes in day. Exercise snacks, as I like to say. If you’re looking for a 10 minute power walk workout, a podcast to walk to, or an easy way to fit more movement into a busy day, lace up and come for a walk. Don’t forget to tap Follow so your next walk is waiting for you. -- Walking & Talking with Helen Connect: @yourwalkingpodcast Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Stick with Walking | 10-Minute Walk 3 of 4 | 71

This is the third walk in my walking series, a guided 10 minute walk to help you stay consistent, even on your busiest days. Today we’re chatting about one of the biggest secrets to exercise success: Not motivation. Not willpower. Making it easy enough that you’ll actually do it. This is a 10 minute guided walking workout with music and a moderate, refreshing speed. It’s a beginner-friendly, low-impact cardio walk you can do outside, or as an indoor walking workout on your treadmill or walking pad. Get moving, clear your head, and build a daily walking routine that actually works… for your life (not some fitness influencer's). If you’ve ever told yourself you’ll start walking when life calms down, when the house is clean, when work slows down, or when everyone stops needing things from you… well, lace up your sneakers. This 10 minute walk gets you started right now. You get… A beginner-friendly, low-impact walking workout About 10 minutes of movement and around 1200–1300 steps Simple ways to make a daily walking habit easier to stick with A low-pressure cardio walk… no pace targets, no perfection And because sometimes I drift, I also talk about… The cozy morning routine that somehow got me exercising at 5:30 a.m. in my pajamas Why the famous 10,000-step goal started as a marketing campaign Breaking up with my heart rate monitor because it was stressing me out Tricking myself into exercising by committing to just five minutes How lost earbuds, missing socks, and social media scrolling can derail your awesomely good intentions This walking podcast includes background music, breathing reminders, and a bell at the halfway point. If you’re walking for weight loss, stress relief, or just trying to get more daily steps, this 10 minute walk is an easy way to get started. Tap Follow so Week 4 is waiting for you in your feed. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Make Walking Less Boring | Stories from Norway | 10-Minute Walk 2 of 4 | 70

10-minute walking workout. This is the second walk in our 4-part walking series, and today we’re making walking less boring. This is a brisk, guided walking workout with music and stories to keep your brain busy while you get your steps in. It’s beginner-friendly, low-impact, and gives you a quick cardio boost. You can do this walking workout outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. You get: A quick 10-minute walk with roughly 1,200 steps. Pace changes that help the time go by faster. A low-impact cardio boost. Stories so you’re not staring at the clock. And because I have ADHD and tend to drift, I also share stories about: Living with my strict grandmother, Mormor, in a small town in Norway. Building giant snow tunnels and secret rooms in snowbanks. Getting kicked into a pile of bull manure by a small bull. Almost getting trampled by a mama elk after a very questionable decision. This walking podcast includes background music, walking cues, and a bell at the halfway point. Grab your shoes and let’s get moving. Tap Follow so the Week 3 walk is waiting for you in your feed. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

Interval Walking Workout | 10-Minute Walk 1 of 4 | 69

This is a 10-minute podcast to walk to, and the first part in a new 4-part walking series to get you moving and sneak a few more steps into your day. Today we’re doing walking intervals. Nothing scary. Just short bursts of faster walking with recovery periods to wake up your body and your brain. Plus, these little pushes are great for women over 40. And I am way over 40. Like waaaay. You can do this guided walking workout with music outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. If you're not up for those extra pushes today, you can absolutely skip them and just stay with a steady, comfortable pace. How do you make walking less boring? You have to give your brain something else to focus on besides the clock. Doing short intervals breaks up the time and turns a quick 10-minute walk into a game. Plus, I share some ridiculous stories to keep you distracted so the time flies by. What are the benefits of walking intervals for women over 40? Intervals are a great way to challenge your heart rate and build stamina without putting heavy stress on your joints. By adding short, 30-second bursts of faster walking, you wake up your circulation and boost your energy levels. Because each push is followed by a recovery period, it strengthens your lungs and legs without leaving you completely exhausted. Can you get a good workout in just a 10-minute walk? Yes. Stop thinking you need an hour of free time or nothing at all. A quick 10-minute power walk gets you roughly 1,300 steps and gives you a major energy reset. It is just a short, manageable burst of movement that actually fits into a chaotic day. What you get during this walking workout? Easy walking intervals with background music and a bell at the halfway point A quick burst of energy without doing anything extreme About 10 minutes of movement and roughly 1,300 steps (woo hoo!) And because I have ADHD and drift all over the place, I also... Tell you how I accidentally rode my bike onto a busy freeway and discovered I can indeed sprint if motivated by death Relive old spin class torture involving the song Cotton-Eyed Joe and how I tracked my fitness by how long my thighs could hold my body up Discuss whether Ring of Fire was secretly written about my quads giving up on life Encourage you to dance the last few steps home like nobody’s watching Lace up those sneakers and let’s get to it. Tap Follow so the Week 2 walk is waiting for you in your feed. Share your walk at @yourwalkingpodcast on Instagram, Facebook or Threads. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Stay Consistent on Messy Days | 1 Mile Power Walk | 68

You know those days when your plans to work out fall apart? (Or your plans for anything, really). This 1-mile power walk is a great podcast to walk to, and it's all about having a backup plan so one messy day does not turn into a full “well, I guess I live on crackers now” situation. This is a guided walking workout you can do outside or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. Lace up your shoes, and let’s get a brisk 1 mile and about 2,000 steps in together, complete with background walking music. How to stay consistent with exercise when you’re busy Stop waiting for the perfect day or the perfect time, because it doesn't exist. Staying consistent means ditching the "all or nothing" mindset. Something is always better than nothing. What is a realistic exercise backup plan? Find what actually works for your real life and schedule... not someone else's. If 5:00 AM workouts aren’t your thing, don't make yourself do them. Your backup plan should be a no-fuss, indoor or outdoor walk that you can trigger the moment your calendar blows up, whether you are stepping outside or walking inside on a walking pad or treadmill. Your body, your life, your schedule Some people "eat the frog" first, some people take their "reward" first. (Spoiler: I like my reward first). Don't force yourself to live someone else's schedule. We also walk and talk about: How to stop waiting for the perfect conditions to exercise Are you an Amy or a Captain Holt from Brooklyn Nine-Nine? Or a Helen? Walking tours in Europe and throwing out the standard productivity advice The reality of trying to do crunches while nursing a baby (motherhood is... different) If your schedule just went totally awry but you still want to fit in some movement, hit play and come for a walk. Tap Follow so the next walking podcast episode is waiting for you in your feed. Share your walk at @yourwalkingpodcast on Instagram, Facebook or Threads. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Sluggish? 10-Minute Walk for Energy w/Music | 67

If your brain has been screaming for sugar, caffeine, a nap, or all three… this 10-minute guided walking workout helps you get over that slump. It is a podcast to walk to that is designed to wake your body back up, loosen up all that desk or sitting stiffness, and help you feel more focused. You can do this walk outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. What you get on this 10-minute walk: Background music to help keep your pace, plus breathing reminders and posture resets A real energy and mood boost without needing a nap About 10 minutes of movement and roughly 1200 steps Tidbits about NEAT, the daily movement that helps keep up your energy, metabolism, and health And because I can't stay on topic, I also... Read you a dramatic poem I wrote about sugar (it is definitely not Dr. Seuss material) Make fun of my past self as a fitness instructor who couldn't even stand up straight after sitting too long Gush about a five-week-old rescue kitten who is still trying to figure out how her own legs work Tell a silly story about my Aunt Inger and me running after a runaway luggage cart in Norway after a nine-hour flight (way too much sitting) If you need a quick mood boost or some relief from sitting too long, lace up your shoes and come for a walk. Tap Follow so the next walk is waiting for you in your feed. PS. Want easy ways to get more steps in? Check out Ep. 37 — 15-Minute Walk: Fit More Steps In the Easy Way. PPS. Connect with me on social media at @yourwalkingpodcast Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Clear Brain Fog - 20-Minute Walking Workout [ENCORE]

(This episode originally released October 21, 2025. Let's clear some brain fog!) Ever feel like your brain has 50... no, a thousand, browser tabs open at once? And then you try to talk into the cat food bowl instead of your phone. (Yep. I did that. Full story in the podcast.) We'll fix it with this low impact guided walk you can do outside or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. And... you'll get about 2000 steps in! My concentration is a mess some days. During this 20-minute walking workout I share a super simple 3-step hack I use to shut down distraction and find some actual focus. Yippee! Here's what we chat about: The "Just One Thing Rule" I use to figure out what really matters in the middle of the chaos. My "tangled knot of yarn" trick for tackling huge projects. The 5-minute "hide-under-your-desk" reset I stole from a TV show (you'll love it). If your brain feels like a closet you are afraid to open, this one's for you. P.S. You'll hear a bell halfway through the walk. If you're walking outside, that's your "turn around" cue. And tap Follow so next week's walk is waiting for you. I also chat about cleaning out closets, talking into a cat food bowl instead of my phone, ADHD, cutting a chunk out of my hair, A Man on the Inside TV show. Instagram/Facebook: @yourwalkingpodcast Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Milli Vanilli & the Grammy They Had to Return | Story Walk | 66

A podcast to walk to when you need something to entertain and distract you. Story, scandal, and steps. This is a 15-minute guided story walk about Milli Vanilli, the lip-sync scandal that rocked the music world, and what really happened to the two men behind the illusion. You can do this walk outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. There’s background walking music to keep your pace. You’ll wake up your heart rate and your metabolism, getting between 1,800 and 2,000 steps in without even noticing. What we're talking about while we walk: The 1989 concert glitch that started the downfall of Milli Vanilli: 80,000 people, one skipping track, and one very memorable exit Rob Pilatus and Fab Morvan: the faces, the braids, the fantasy Frank Farian, the German producer who built the whole illusion from a nightclub in Munich The Grammy win in 1990, and the shocking Grammy revocation that had never happened once in 33 years of Grammy history The press conference producer Frank held alone, and how Rob and Fab found out the same way the rest of us did: from the news What happened to Rob Pilatus after the scandal How Fab Morvan eventually made peace with the music, and why he says the joy people felt dancing to it was real And because I cannot just tell a straight story without wandering off, I also detour into: Teaching high-impact aerobics in an aqua unitard and high-top Reeboks, my pretend 80s husband... if you’ve listened before you know exactly who that is, “Rasputin” by Boney M, possibly the greatest walking song ever recorded, and why you might catch me dancing down the street. This walk is a little different. A little nostalgic. A little sad. A little wild. But if you need a story to pull you through your walk today, check i out. Put in your earbuds, lace up your shoes, and go for a walk. And tap Follow so the next walk is waiting for you. If you know someone who’d love this, a fellow 80s fan, a true crime lover, or just someone who needs to move more, send them this episode. PS. Connect with me on social media at @yourwalkingpodcast. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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10-Minute Walk - 1200 steps | You Did More Than You Think | 65

If you've been running all day and still feel behind, this 10-minute ADHD-friendly walking workout is your circuit breaker. It is a quick, brisk podcast to walk to that gives you the receipts… proof that you're doing way more than your brain is giving you credit for. You can do this short walk outside or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. Or even marching in place. You can get about 1,200 steps in just 10 minutes without even noticing. A quick power walk is a great way to hit a small movement milestone, kick that oatmeal-brain to the curb, and completely reset your focus for whatever task is next. What you get on this 10-minute walk: A guided walk with stories and background music to keep your pace and a bell at the halfway point A major energy boost to clear out brain fog And because I cannot stay in a straight line, I also wander into: My teenager story in Norway trying to become a tidy "ordensmenneske" with a pen and dresser labels, which lasted about 48 hours Finally getting diagnosed with ADHD in my 50s and realizing why I owned so many planners I never used Finding cheap cat notepads at TJ Maxx Randomly singing Yello’s “Oh Yeah…” Dancing down the street during my walks and not caring if people think I'm a weirdo If you need a quick break to quiet your mind and get moving today, lace up your shoes and come for a walk. Tap Follow so the next walking podcast episode is waiting for you in your feed. PS. Connect with me on social media at @yourwalkingpodcast Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Tired? 15-Minute Spring Walk to Feel Better | 64

Your brain's been foggy. Your energy's been missing. This 15-minute walk helps fix that and get you back to: More energy Clearer head Better mood Less hairy legs (you have to listen to find out) This is a low-impact guided workout you can listen to while walking outside or inside on a treadmill or walking pad. There's background music to help you keep your pace (great for ADHD peeps) and a bell at the halfway point so you know when to turn around. You'll start out feeling blah… and end up digging out your brightly-colored shirts. I also chat about why your brain shuts down and sluggish during the dark months, and the connection between natural light, serotonin, and why a walk outside is one of the fastest ways to feel alive again. SAD is real. So is the fix. And because I never stay on track, I also wander into: the time I made an Easter basket for my Catholic boyfriend using Playboy cutouts winter making me eat all the carbs (mmm) chasing summer for 16 months and realizing natural light actually matters strawberries = love putting on something that isn't gray or black (yes, 90% of my wardrobe is gray or black… don't judge me) a quick musical moment (you've been warned) If you want... a quick, refreshing spring walk something to boost your mood and clear your head a reason to finally get outside or just 15 minutes that are just for you ...go grab your shoes. Let's walk. Tap Follow so the next walk is ready when you are. And tag me at @yourwalkingpodcast so I can see where you walk. Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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Walking Meditation to Calm Your Mind | 15-Minute Guided Walk | 63

If your brain won't shut off, this 15-minute guided walking meditation for stress and overwhelm is for you. It is a simple, calming podcast to walk to that helps you quiet the noise, take a break, and clear your head. This is walking meditation… without the woo-woo or the guru stuff. You can do this mindfulness walk outside, or at home on a treadmill or walking pad. How do you do a walking meditation for anxiety and stress? You don't have to get anything right or force your mind to go completely blank. A practical mindfulness walk is just about shifting your focus to your physical movement. By tuning into the rhythm of your feet hitting the ground and practicing simple breathing, you naturally interrupt the cycle of overthinking and let your nervous system relax. What should you do if sitting meditation doesn't work for you? If sitting still makes your brain feel more chaotic, you are not alone. A guided walking workout gives your body a physical outlet while giving your mind a simple, low-stress focus. You can count your steps or do a quick body scan to release tension from your forehead, jaw, and shoulders without the pressure of a traditional meditation practice. Is taking a walking break a waste of time when you are busy? No. Taking a quick 15-minute break to walk does not mean you are falling behind. Giving yourself permission to pause and step away from your tasks actually restores your mental clarity and focus. It is a guilt-free way to protect your energy and peace so you can handle the rest of your day without feeling completely overwhelmed. What you get on this 15-minute walk: A guided mindfulness walk with stories and light background music so you don't have to think about anything but your pace Simple breathing exercises, posture resets, and a gentle body scan to melt away desk tension A quick mental reset that leaves you feeling lighter, grounded, and a heck of a lot better than when you started About 15 minutes of movement to get your steps in for the day If your brain is doing that looping thing again, grab your shoes, whether you are stepping outside or staying at home on a walking pad or treadmill, and come for a walk. Tap Follow so the next walk is waiting for you in your feed. PS. Connect with me on social media at @yourwalkingpodcast Support the show Follow, subscribe, or leave me a review. I appreciate your support.

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