by Leroy Hurt | Jul 21, 2026 | Consistency, Energize, Optimize, Physical, Synchronize, Tips, tricks, and techniques
The calf muscles perform two roles that help explain why they matter so much to active living. They help move the body forward, and their contractions help move venous blood upward from the lower legs. These functions give meaning to four guiding statements: Power...
by Leroy Hurt | Jul 20, 2026 | Consistency, Energize, Optimize, Physical, Purpose, Synchronize, Tips, tricks, and techniques
Strength Begins at Your Foundation The most important muscles in the body are not always the ones that receive the most attention. We know about strength training for the chest, back, shoulders, thighs, and abdominal muscles. Yet every time we walk across a room,...
by Leroy Hurt | Jul 14, 2026 | Physical, Seen and heard
I came across a video suggesting tips for enhancing your walking, giving 8 ways to get to fat-burning mode. Nordic walking was not mentioned, but the good news is: you can incorporate the techniques in the video into your Nordic walking session. Meal Timing &...
by Leroy Hurt | Jul 8, 2026 | Afoot Living, Consistency, Physical, Seen and heard
Why should you go Nordic walking twice a day? Here’s an argument for that approach: Some things to think about from the video: Metabolic Timing Strategy Combining post-dinner walk (1 mile or 20-30 minutes) with morning fasted walk before 6am breakfast creates...
by Leroy Hurt | Jun 26, 2026 | Notes and quotes, Physical
I came across an article that made all the points about Nordic walking you can use when explaining the sport to your friends. Main point: “Nordic walking isn’t just a great way to get your steps in. The fitness trend involves walking with long poles—similar to...
by Leroy Hurt | Jun 11, 2026 | Gear and gadgets, Notes and quotes, Physical, Synchronize
A recent article extolled the virtues of Nordic walking but missed the mark about Nordic walking poles. Main point: “Compared to normal walking, the addition of poles or sticks forces the walker to engage the upper body muscles, as well as the lower body, for...
