Walking Journal

Everybody loves a shortcut.

That’s just as true when it comes to exercise as it is when you’re talking about a faster way to get to Grandma’s.

Tell someone they can cut their time spent working out and still get the fitness perks they’re looking for, and you’re sure to have an attentive audience on your hands.

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Do your employees always have an excuse at the ready for avoiding exercise?

“My days are so hectic, I don’t have time to work out.”

“I don’t have the energy to do anything after a full day’s work.”

“I’m not a gym person.”

And then there’s the reason many people won’t cop to: They just don’t want to do … Continue Reading »

Next to breathing, walking is perhaps the most natural of our body’s functions.

And, bonus! It’s a great way to get in shape.

That makes it a good bet for those on your staff who are more reluctant about starting an exercise program.

The selling points of a walking workout speak for themselves: It’s easy. It’s convenient. It’s … Continue Reading »

Walking workouts are the ideal way to get exercise … except when they’re not.

Summer is infamous for those unpredictable thunderstorms that tend to pop up just as you’re lacing up your walking shoes.

And sometimes it’s just too darn hot to get out there and hoof it around the neighborhood, track, or office building. (Who wants … Continue Reading »

The secret to finding the best exercise routine is surprisingly simple.

It’s the one you’ll stick with.

Staying motivated is the key to achieving long-term results from any fitness routine, and keeping your workouts interesting and challenging is the key to staying motivated.

That means you’ll probably have to change up your workouts when you feel yourself getting … Continue Reading »

The most recent report from the Federal Reserve says the economy is “improving modestly”, however, stress levels in the workplace are still high.
According to Mental Health America, one in four employees admit to missing work due to job-related stress. And nearly half of all American employees report feeling “stressed out” compared to 39% of workers … Continue Reading »

Fall has arrived, temperatures are moderating, so it’s the perfect time to ramp up fitness with walking. Here are a few suggestions for starting or kick-starting a walking routine.
If you are a beginner, start with 10 or 15 minutes of walking at a steady pace on flat terrain or a treadmill. Set your goal … Continue Reading »

Walking is a very safe way to get exercise — people can start with short, frequent walks and build up to longer distances. It is also a great opportunity for co-workers to socialize away from the water cooler. (Sample walking program from the National Institutes of Health.)
Motivating employees to take up and continue walking can … Continue Reading »

A survey conducted by Peter D. Hart Research Associates found that 57% of working adults in the United States are interested in getting more exercise than they currently do. More than a third of the working-age population in the United States is at risk for chronic illnesses due to physical inactivity and the … Continue Reading »

The lifestyle choices of many Americans have made us the most overweight nation in the world. More than 60% of American adults do not get the recommended 30 minutes of physical activity a day. Starting with small steps that produce measurable results can encourage continued lifestyle change.
Walking at work is a cheap and effective way … Continue Reading »