I Am a Compulsive Walker
Summary
When I first started Gym Launch, I gained 15 pounds and my back hurt, which made me feel older than I was. Getting a treadmill desk really helped me feel better.
I started making time for walks, and it improved my day a lot. Walking helps my body stay strong and not be harmed by my work.
Even if I'm busy, I take calls or do emails while walking. I make sure to find reasons to walk because it helps me work better.
- I enjoy walking with someone or doing tasks while walking. If I had more time, I'd love to power walk with a vest for hours because I have a lot of energy and stamina.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest implementing small changes in your daily routine that promote movement, especially if you're feeling like work is taking a toll on your body. A good way to start is by investing in a treadmill desk, if possible. It’s an upfront expense, but it can make a big difference by allowing you to move while working.
If that’s not an option right now, simply making time for walks can help. You don’t need to set aside a lot of extra time; instead, integrate walking into tasks you already do. When you're on a phone call or checking emails, try doing it while you're walking. This way, you’re strengthening your body without sacrificing productivity.
Another low-cost, high-value strategy is to partner up with a friend or family member for a walk. Having someone join can make walking more enjoyable and keep you motivated.
Lastly, if you're bursting with energy and have a bit more time, consider power walking with added weights like a vest to get even more out of your walks. You can slowly build this into your routine as you find available time.
These little changes can significantly improve your physical well-being and energy, making you feel stronger and more youthful in your daily life.
Full Transcript
early on I realized that when I was starting gym launch I like gained like 15 pounds and I was like gosh and my back hurt and I felt like an old person or at least what I would imagine they feel like and I got a treadmill desk and it changed a lot for me I felt so much better I started making time for myself to go on walks and here's the thing even when I don't have time I will take a Walkin call I will you know do emails while I walk I'll always find a reason to walk while I'm doing something because I don't ever want my work to work against my body I want it to work for I just think I I actually operate really well when I'm like walking with somebody when I'm walking while I do something if I had the time I would power walk with a vest for two or three hours because like I have so much stamina and like if I could I would but I just don't have the time
