Running may get all the hype, but walking is Americans’ favorite form of exercise, according to numerous surveys. It’s low-impact, free and easy to get started, and it provides both long-term health benefits and the chance to unwind and recharge. Whether you’re a seasoned walker or just getting started, how much do you really know about the popular form of exercise? In this episode, we learn what matters most when it comes to using walks to better your health.

Expert: Jonathan Williams, Fitness Coordinator
Interviewer: Zach Moore

00:00 Introduction
05:55 Benefits of walking
06:50 Walking techniques
10:53 Long distance walking
14:07 Power walking
16:28 Walking for weight loss vs. heart health
18:09 Interval training
20:45 Tips for walking to improve health
22:09 Proper footwear for walking
23:06 Setting a step count goal
25:05 Concrete vs. walking trail
26:34 Wrap-up

Notable topics covered:
• The varied health benefits of walking
• What makes for a good walk?
• Why walking posture matters (and what it should look like)
• Think walking is pretty basic? The way you plant your feet is important
• Is it better to walk fast or walk far?
• What type of walk is best for weight loss? Heart health? Mobility?
• The number of steps per day we should aim to reach
• Walking shoes: what to consider