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I’m Frank Ring the author of the Amazon Best Seller Walking for Health and Fitness, the easiest way to get in shape and stay in shape. I discovered the healing power of walking after a severe back injury put me out of work for four months and literally left me on my back trying to relieve the pain and heal. Through my books, website, YouTube videos, walking programs, and now this podcast, it’s my mission to inspire others achieve a healthy, balanced lifestyle one step at a time through walking. In each episode, I discuss the physical and emotional benefits of walking, along with information about fitness, mindset, nutrition, wellness, motivation, and more. Join me each week as I encourage you to walk on! Caution: The Information contained in the Walking for Health and Fitness Podcast may cause you to feel better than you have ever felt in your entire life! Symptoms Include: A broader smile, happier disposition, brighter outlook on life, and general feelings of bliss…proceed with wild abandon! Walking is the easiest way to get in shape and stay in shape. Topics include: Getting out the door to walk, walking safety on the road, walking as preventative health-care, 10-minute walking time test, walking programs, fitness walking, bodyweight exercises, what’s your why, setting goals, walking and fitness habits, holding yourself accountable, walking form, Walking as self-care, life lessons, walking logbook, mindset transformation, mindfulness and walking, the power of affirmations, breathing, positive mindset, staying motivated, walking and back care, preventing back pain, how to sleep better, basic foot care, strength and conditioning, basic stretches for walking, the power of protein supplements, time management, things to do while walking, life lessons, and more.
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Want to burn more fat without spending hours at the gym? In this episode, host Frank S. Ring breaks down the science of NEAT—Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis—and how everyday movements like walking, cleaning, fidgeting, and standing can help you lose weight, manage blood sugar, and increase your metabolism.
Walking Works Program: A 14-day Quick Start plan to build a walking habit, reduce anxiety, and jumpstart weight loss: https://www.walkingforhealthandfitness.com/walking-works-program
You’ll learn:
- What NEAT is and how it boosts fat loss
- Why walking + NEAT is the ultimate weight-loss combo
- Easy ways to build more movement into your day
- How to use the Walking Logbook Journal to track NEAT
- Why short walk breaks may be more effective than long workouts
Whether you're working from home, managing joint pain, or feel overwhelmed by traditional fitness plans, NEAT is your secret weapon to stay active, burn calories, and improve your health—all without structured workouts.
Mentioned in this episode:
Walking for Health and Fitness Book: https://www.walkingforhealthandfitness.com/the-ebook
Walking Logbook Journal: https://amzn.to/3FH1sCx
WALKING Really Works When Diets Fail: https://youtu.be/OJllm9yLggU
Next Episode Preview: Don’t miss Episode 24, where we dive into walking, exercise, and prostate cancer—and explore how low-impact movement can protect and restore men’s health.
Walking for Health and Fitness Podcast with Frank S. Ring
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Thanks for listening. Remember, walking and NEAT go hand in hand when you are creating your weight loss routine. Check out the Walking Works program to start a guided walking program that gets your results in 14 days! Check it out here: --Walk on, Frank