Walking is a fitness superfood — 6 steps to better stepping (Reissue)
Summary
Biomechanist Katie Bowman joins the Get Fit Guy podcast to discuss her new "Walking Well" program, which breaks down walking into six key components for whole-body health. She explains why walking is a "superfood" and guides listeners through simple exercises to wake up the feet, strengthen ankles, and improve core stability. The episode also covers strategies to make walking more challenging by varying terrain and adding loads.
Topics discussed
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Introduction to the Get Fit Guy podcast
Guest intro: Katie Bowman and the Walking Well program
Why walking is a 'superfood' for whole-body health
Section 1: Waking up the feet with toe exercises
Section 2: Strong ankles and cardiovascular pumping
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Sections 3 & 4: Stance leg strength and swing leg mobility
Section 5: Building strength for stairs and hills
Section 6: Core and shoulder engagement in walking
Tips for making walking more challenging
Conclusion and resources for the Walking Well program
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