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	Podcast:		PLANTSTRONG
	Episode:		Ep. 282: Brad Kearns - Born to Walk: Why Walking is the Key to Longevity, Health, and Weight Loss
	Category:		Health
	Duration:		01:55:31
	Publish Date:		2025-01-02 07:00:00
	Description:		Walking is not only a fundamental human activity, but a cornerstone for improving health and longevity as discussed in this conversation with Brad Kearns, co-author of Born to Walk: The Broken Promises of the Running Boom and How to Slow Down and Get Healthy One Step at a Time. This new book challenges the long-held belief that we were all born to run, arguing instead that walking is a far less stressful and more beneficial form of exercise. In this episode, Rip is also joined by his co-producer, Carrie Barrett - an avid endurance runner and triathlete. They discuss: How walking is often overlooked but is a powerful catalyst for health and longevity. Why many people mistakenly believe running is essential for fitness, but walking can be more beneficial. How the running boom has led to increased injuries, especially among recreational runners. Why so-called 'supershoes' are reall a marketing gimmick A significant number of runners get injured each year, even more than NFL players. How improving aerobic conditioning through walking can help avoid the risks associated with running. How to determine your "Fat Max" heart rate level of training Slowing down your workouts to maximize health benefits and promote sustainable fitness Laying out a fitness plan that centers primarily on walking, but also includes a sprint intervals This episode and book challenges the long-held belief that we were all 'born to run,' arguing instead that walking is a far less stressful and more beneficial form of exercise. And, as you lay out your fitness goals for 2025, we hope you're inspired to take that first step toward a healthier lifestyle—one step and one walk at a time. Episode Webpage Upcoming Events: Join us for our 2025 Plantstrong Retreat in Sedona - April 6-11, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/sedona-retreat Join us for our 2025 Plantstrong Retreat in Black Mountain, NC - Nov 9-14, 2025: https://plantstrong.com/pages/black-mountain-retreat COMPLEMENT: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG Journey Use Code: BF30 for $30 off Annual Subscription at https://home.mealplanner.plantstrong.com/ Leave Us a Voicemail Question Leave us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/plantstrong Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstyn https://plantstrongfoods.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/ https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star Rating Apple Podcasts Spotify
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