Is Walking Good Exercise?

Walking is good exercise, but not for the reason you might expect. In this video, Dave explains how walking is exercise, the benefits of walking for exercise, and why it actually is GOOD exercise...maybe even the BEST exercise.
If you're struggling to make fitness stick, you're invited to try the Walking is Fitness podcast. There's a new ten-minute episode every day that will help you develop a fitness habit that lasts. And, to keep it fun, Dave records each episode while he's out walking too.
DISCLAIMER: Dave is not a doctor or personal trainer. This video is not intended as specific medical advice for you. Please talk to your professional before starting any course of exercise to make sure it's safe for you.

[@masculean9855]

It's the best exercise. As I've already told you are the best fitness influencer. This is all people need to stay healthy.

[@WalkingisFitness]

I appreciate your kind words! Thanks for watching

[@allisonspeer649]

I feel that walking in a great exercise for me. Combined with some upper arm movements I feel like I get a pretty good work out. I average about 3.2 miles in 50 minutes 5 times a week. Its a mindset to just make yourself do it, especially when you start out. Once you get a habit formed it's pretty enjoyable. Great stress reliever as well.

[@WalkingisFitness]

I love your commitment! Thanks for watching

[@lashortyislabonita623]

I use to walk 4 miles every day; rain or shine.. then I fell down and twisted both my ankles and hurt my ligaments.. I have gained weight since and I am trying to get back to my regular exercise habit.. Not only to lose weight but to get fit and healthy.. Just found your channel yesterday and subscribed to it.. ❤❤❤ Keep up the good work.. 😊😊😊😊 God bless you ❤❤❤❤ Thank you for the motivation.. 😊

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thank you! Start small-think long!

[@happycat3399]

I am doing small morning walks after recuperating from COVID. Now when I miss my morning walk I really feel off. I think im creating a good habit😀keep at it, mornings are beautiful the birds are so chatty and happy 😃

[@dglime1]

Hey Dave, thanks for the videos. I try to walk everyday. It helps me physically and mentally.

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thanks for watching!

[@peterz53]

great message! Walking can be a game changer, mentally and physically. Something I've also done for many years, although more on the scale of 9 to 11K steps per day.

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thank you for watching!

[@functionalplanningwithlisa]

Thank you Dave! I look forward to your videos, I really enjoy them. Have a great day.

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thank you for watching and for your kind comments!

[@carolsopinski4549]

Thanks Dave! Another morning of motivation! I really enjoy watching the thumbs up meter increase as you walk, knowing that people really appreciate your encouragement 🎉

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thank you for your on going encouragement Carol! I truly appreciate it

[@Ravenswoodmanor]

Your podcast has motivated me to walk every hour or two during work for 10 minutes! Adds up and not sitting the whole time.

[@WalkingisFitness]

Wonderful! Thank you for watching

[@laddieokelley6095]

Setting is important to me. My usual walk is six miles, at least half of it on a county road. It gives me a chance to view the daily industry of the community. I know most of the few drivers, who slow down to lessen the dust, and I have been known to chat for a few minutes to get "the news." At 79, I get both the social and cardio benefits. My biggest compliment is, "You don't walk like an old man!!!

[@WalkingisFitness]

I love the picture this paints. Sounds wonderful.

[@sandy1938]

Thanks Dave. I live in Milwaukee and have been enjoying your podcast and walking while listening to it on my headphones. I've been listening to it for the last 10 days. It's great!

[@WalkingisFitness]

So glad you’re enjoying the daily podcast!

[@ammohameed9144]

Nice video as usual. Thank you Mr. Dave🤍

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thank you for watching!

[@vincentkosik403]

Fast walking or a step up shuffle walking is probably better, but just regular walkingis a must. You are giving great advice..it does take some time, but thats less on your backside and giving your eyes a rest from the screen. It does reguire commitment and I even sign up for virtual walks or runs on the web and after the event get a t shirt and medal as a reward. Cost between 30-40 dollars but worth it if thats what you need to get moving

[@WalkingisFitness]

Great suggestions! Thank you for watching and for your comment

[@pr8329]

Love this channel and the gorgeous locations you walk and record in -- thank you!! Where is this particular lush, lovely location, Dave?

[@WalkingisFitness]

This video was filmed in Asheville, NC along the French Broad River. Thanks for watching

[@pr8329]

@@WalkingisFitness, thank you!! Always fun to see where in the world you are out for a walk!!

[@melindafisher1584]

Simple. "Instead of your schedule crowding out the walk, you start building time..." Change priorities to include time for something enjoyable. Thank you.

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thank you for watching!

[@buzzflyer6972]

Hi Dave, I stumbled upon your KZbin channel (pun intended) while l searched for ways to keep up the pace ( I can't help myself) after being on holiday for two weeks and averaging 12k steps a day. Your videos are truly inspirational, and your podcast is just what I was looking for. I've only just begun my journey (yes :) and yours is the perfect voice I needed to help me along. You can count on my support. I am in awe of people like you. Kamal from Sri Lanka.😃

[@WalkingisFitness]

Wow! Thank you for watching and listening to the daily podcast. Thanks, also, for your kind words!

[@susyh5186]

Great video. Thank you ☺️

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thank you for watching!

[@TrutherOne-xv8nr7yj3e]

When I see someone walking for exercise along a highway it makes me cringe. It must be very bad for ones health to breath in auto fumes. I would never do that.

[@WalkingisFitness]

I never thought of that. I cringe when I see people walking close to fast moving vehicles

[@lindateeter2363]

Love your channel! 😊

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thank you!

[@TheRalf9999]

Walk a hilly golf course every morning for 10 years…before the gofers arrive…..3 miles…lost 15 pounds…..❤

[@WalkingisFitness]

Love this!!

[@watchmoivies123]

You inspire me

[@WalkingisFitness]

Thanks for watching and for your kind words!

[@Vanderful_life]

Hi do you like to cycle as well? or you focused on walking for some reason? is it somehow superior from your experience/research?

[@WalkingisFitness]

I have a bike that I ride every day. I also do some strength training several times a week. The superior exercise is the one you enjoy and will stick with. If you don’t stick with it, there’s no value in it at all. That’s my philosophy

[@Allenmayesallenmayes]

people wont get out of their cars and ultimately they will get health issues. and a brisk walk is far better than a slow walk in my experience

[@WalkingisFitness]

Yep…walking (slow or brisk) is better than sitting according to the research. Thanks for watching

[@oldnatty61]

Low intensity cardio in any form is not enough. It's a good place to start, and an activity to use for recovery. But alone it sets one up to be skinny fat w/ excessive more dangerous visceral fat.

[@WalkingisFitness]

The experts say well rounded fitness needs cardio, strength training, balance, and flexibility exercises. Plus, nutrition, stress management, and sleep all factor in. The challenge is so that can feel overwhelming at the start. I recommend you begin building a fitness habit using walking and as your capacity and momentum grow you can expand what you’re doing. I’m very careful in most of these videos to say I’m not a doctor or licensed personal trainer and walking is not all you need. Thanks for watching

[@richdiorio3650]

Walking vs b biking?

[@WalkingisFitness]

I do both, but I’m way more consistent with walking. I ride a bike mostly for pleasure.

[@oldnatty61]

It's all about intensity. Low intensity conventional cardio is not enough.

[@philliproberts7294]

​@@oldnatty61exactly walking fast would only get your heart rate just over 100 we need 130 odd a few times a week for 20 mins a time