It is solved by walking

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walk·ing
/ˈwôkiNG/
noun
moving at a regular pace by lifting and setting down each foot in turn, never having both feet off the ground at once

Walking has, for ages, literally been a path to peace.  Pilgrimages, labyrinths, walking meditation, marathons… Walking requires no special training, but it can be a powerful tool in helping us find our answers.  

QUOTES

In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.  (John Muir)

An early morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.  (Henry David Thoreau)

Walking is the best possible exercise.  Habituate yourself to walk very far.  (Thomas Jefferson)

I can barely walk, but it’s a privilege to be able to move at all.  (Billy Graham)

My father considered a walk among the mountains as the equivalent of churchgoing.  (Aldous Huxley)

We must always walk in the presence of the Lord, in the light of the Lord, always trying to live in an irreprehensible way. (Pope Francis)

My doctor told me I would never walk again. My mother told me I would.  I believed my mother.  (Wilma Rudolph)

You have to go through the falling down in order to learn to walk. It helps to know that you can survive it. That’s an education in itself.  (Carol Burnett)

God is at home.  It’s we who have gone out for a walk.  (Meister Eckhart)

I walk, walk, walk, walk.  That’s very good for your heart.  (Sophia Loren)

The best remedy for a short temper is a long walk. (Joseph Joubert)

YOUTUBE VIDEOS

WALKING MEDITATION INSTRUCTION

Third (of six) in a series of videos on how to practice meditation without the requirement of religious dogma or spiritual mumbo-jumbo. This video demonstrates a simple technique of walking meditation. Taught by Yuttadhammo Bhikkhu.

 

BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO LABYRINTHS (TED Talk)

A labyrinth is a tool crafted by many ancient cultures that is becoming increasingly relevant in our modern, chaotic times. Anyone seeking clarity and peace can walk in a labyrinth as a meditative and creative journey.  Speaker: Eliza Pillsbury.

 

HOW TO WALK CORRECTLY

Physical Therapist Dr. Justin C. Lin talks about how the hips, legs, and arms correlate to proper walking, and how you can use them to help you walk more efficiently.  Proper walking form helps prevent pain and other chronic injuries.

 

TOP FIVE REASONS TO WALK THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

After hiking the Camino, Brian Cox came up with the Top 5 Reasons Everybody should do the Camino de Santiago. This video was produce in collaboration with the Spain tourism board, the tourism boards of Basque Country, Cantabria, Asturias, and Galicia. 

UCLA - WALKING FOR HEALTH

UCLA Rehabilitation Services gives practical suggestions on how to start and maintain a walking practice for improved health and fitness.

 

WALKING MEDITATION

What if every step you took deepened your connection with all of life and imprinted peace, joy, and serenity on the earth? This video features esteemed Buddhist master Thich Nhat Hanh and one of his principle students as they together illuminate the central tenets of this powerful art.

 

WALKING A HALF MARATHON

Fitness expert Michele Stanten, author of Walk Off Weight, shares tips to walk a half-marathon.

 

THE BANGOR TRAIL - A PEACE IN YOUR HEART

The Bangor Trail in Ireland is one of the most remote walking trails in Europe. Different people see and interact with the trail in different ways – each having a different perspective on what their experience.

 

FIVE MAJOR MISTAKES ON THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

Steph Bugge shares five major mistakes that she made or that I witnessed on her pilgrimage of the Camino de Santiago. 

WEBSITES

HOW TO GET THE BIGGEST BENEFITS OF WALKING

The Consumer Reports site explains how to lose weight, lower blood pressure, and reduce stress when you walk as they suggest.

 

WHY WALKING IS THE MOST UNDERRATED FORM OF EXERCISE

Science shows that placing one foot in front of the other leads to some seriously impressive mental and physical benefits. (From NBC News BETTER)

 

WALKING CAN LIFT YOUR MOOD, EVEN WHEN YOU DON'T EXPECT IT TO

Feeling bored and sluggish at work? A new study shows that walking may be good for your mood, even if you’re strolling down a drab hallway and facing a dreaded chore afterward.  (From Psychology Today)

 

THE 7 MOST AMAZING PILGRIM PATHS THAT AREN'T THE CAMINO

Pilgrimages were traditionally done for religious purposes; people today undertake them for a variety of reasons. Maybe you want to walk to enjoy an active vacation or experience a country in a different way. Perhaps you’re drawn to pilgrimages for the opportunity to reflect on life. Is that reset button calling your name?

FIVE EPIC PILGRIMAGES AROUND THE WORLD

Travelers around the world have been undertaking walking pilgrimages for millennia.  The modern pilgrim need not adhere to any faith to find walking traditional pilgrim trails a rewarding way to test their perseverance and explore the planet.

 

HOW TO HIKE THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

Camino de Santiago is a unique window into the Iberian Peninsula’s historical, natural and cultural beauty. But if you’re planning to tackle it, there’s a lot to keep in mind, like logistics, places of interest and finding the best route for your budget, time frame and fitness level. REI helps with why and how to hike it, route info, top stops, planning, etc.

 

TRAINING TO WALK A MARATHON

You don’t have to be a runner to complete a marathon. Many walkers set a goal of walking the 26.2-mile competition, which can generally be achieved in six to eight hours (or more) at a walking pace. While walking a marathon may not be as laborious as running one, dedicating yourself to proper training is essential to achieving this goal.

HOW TO PREPARE FOR WALKING A HALF MARATHON

What training do you need to walk a half marathon? The half marathon is 13.1 miles. It will take three to four hours to complete at a continuous brisk walking pace. You will need to build up your walking distance over the course of a couple of months to cross the finish line feeling great.

 

TOP TEN MARATHONS FOR WALKERS

According to FindMyMarathon.com, there were 711 marathons scheduled in the United States in 2019. While most are primarily designed for runners, many of these welcome walkers and have a generous cut-off time to accommodate athletes of all fitness levels. VeryWellFit rates their ten top walker-friendly marathons.

 

HOW TO BUILD A BACKYARD LABYRINTH

Step-by-step instructions on how to build a simple labyrinth in your yard.  [from Instructables.com]

HOW TO CHOOSE WALKING SHOES

REI offers expert advice on how to select the best walking shoes for your purpose.

WALKING IS THE ANSWER TO ANXIETY

Even if you don’t live near green, expansive space, I advocate for just putting on your shoes and getting out there. …  Keep it simple: Tie up your shoes and just walk out of the house for 20 minutes. Just walk.

TRAINING SCHEDULES BEGINNER

TRAINING SCHEDULES 5K

TRAINING SCHEDULES 10K

TRAINING SCHEDULES HALF MARATHON

TRAINING SCHEDULES MARATHON

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