Scaled to Fit

S02E02 - Walk with me - The Steps of Delight


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The episode discusses the benefits of walking, noting its evolution from a daily to a weekly practice. It highlights the risks of overexertion, emphasizing the need for rest days and electrolyte replenishment to prevent fatigue.

Marko revised the daily step goal from 10,000 to 8,000, advocating for realistic targets. He presents walking as both meditation and exercise, enhanced through bodyweight exercises, rucking, and short sprints.

The key takeaway is that walking is a simple, accessible activity. Starting small, exploring new routes, and adding challenges can improve fitness. The episode encourages listeners to enjoy walking at their own pace and provides practical tips for tracking their progress.

Additional resources are available in the links below.

  • Anita DeFrantz Quote
  • Walking for Exercise - The Nutrition Source - Cardiovascular Health: Walking improves blood circulation and lowers blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart disease.
Weight Management: Walking helps burn calories, aiding in weight loss and preventing obesity.
  • 5 surprising benefits of walking - Harvard Health - Bone and Joint Health: Walking strengthens bones, eases joint pain, and reduces the risk of osteoporosis and arthritis.
  • How walking benefits the brain - Mental Well-being: Walking boosts mood, reduces stress, and improves cognitive function. It is also linked to better memory and lower depression risks.
  • Walking - Wikipedia - Longevity: Walking at least 2,337 steps daily reduces the risk of dying from cardiovascular diseases, and 3,967 steps daily lowers the risk of dying from any cause.

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    Scaled to FitBy Marko Lindgren