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 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 | Jan 20, 2026 | Consistency, Notes and quotes
Hack your walk with Nordic Walking Guy’s 3 rules: Walk with purpose! Be consistent! Nobody walks alone! Find online: #NordicWalking #HackYourWalk I came across an approach to walking for fitness called 6-6-6. Main point: “The 6-6-6 walking...
