Walk Towards Health – 20 Day Community Challenge! 🌿
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I’m curious to know how this challenge has been for all of you? It’s been 10 days since we kicked it off and I can see a lot of you posting your achievements. What other physical or mental changes have you observed?
It would help the larger community if you could share!
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Hello Everyone!
To help you walk and perform better, nutrition can play a crucial role… now that you have gotten started, it’s tine for some nutrition hacks and tips. Meenu Preethi Balaji will be leading a quick 15 minute session on Friday , Sep 19th at 6:30 pm, PST.
You can ask questions to help you with your nutrition goals. Please use this link to join: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89477719066?pwd=t53Dv0lnmd1Qkm6z7E3UmTHxYb4bKr.1
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Hi there! I originally joined this challenge as an extra goal to be part of the team. But along the way, I discovered something deeper—walking is incredibly therapeutic. When I slow down to notice my surroundings, I feel my emotions settle and my mind truly ground. Some days I’ve wandered simply to smile at the beauty of nature and its creatures. Other times I’ve walked with affirmations, or used it as a moving meditation, which brought me even more joy and connection.
Now, walking feels less about counting steps and more about weaving these moments into daily life. It has become a true joy—an experience of presence, connection, and gratitude.
Thank you!
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We’ on!!!
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Hi there! I originally joined this challenge as an extra goal to be part of the team. But along the way, I discovered something deeper—walking is incredibly therapeutic. When I slow down to notice my surroundings, I feel my emotions settle and my mind truly ground. Some days I’ve wandered simply to smile at the beauty of nature and its creatures. Other times I’ve walked with affirmations, or used it as a moving meditation, which brought me even more joy and connection.
Now, walking feels less about counting steps and more about weaving these moments into daily life. It has become a true joy—an experience of presence, connection, and gratitude.
Thank you!
Ash Ash, thank you for sharing this … I feel it so deeply … I’m the kind who puts a podcast or audio book into my ears to walk the steps … but with the encouragement from the group and the pictures, I’m splitting my walks up as my soul takes me: chi/japanese walking (the app doesn’t allow me to change screens so I focus on stance, breath, and am challenged but present!), then there’s the mini strolls with Pepper and the cows, rainbows and peacocks …
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Posting on behalf of Meenu Preethi Balaji
Hi everyone,
It was great interacting today to discuss on nutrition. Here are some pointers from the session.Before Walking
Carbs + protein → banana or apple (30 minutes before) Oats porridge with berries (60-90 minutes before)
Avoid: Heavy, fatty, or high-fiber foods (slow digestion).
If you ate a heavy meal, wait 20–30 minutes before walking.
During Walking
Hydration: Carry water, buttermilk, or water with a pinch of salt.
Endurance fuel (if long walk): Small handful of nuts, trail mix, or an energy bar.
Watch for side stitches: often physiological, not food-related.After Walking (30–60 min window)
*Protein focus:
- Aim for ~15–20 g protein (more if vegan).
- Examples: smoothie with protein powder (3rd-party tested), eggs, lentils, or cottage cheese.
- Pair with some carbs to help muscle recovery.
- Hydrate well (electrolytes, beetroot, magnesium if prone to lactic acid buildup).
Daily Nutrient Support
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Protein target:0.4–0.5 g per lb body weight (~1 g/kg); spread across meals.
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Vitamin
Check levels; take a small daily supplement (supports energy, rhythms).
If high dose → add Vitamin K2. -
Calcium: From ~age 35, aim for 1000 mg/day (or 500 mg supplement if from food intake is good).
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Magnesium: For bones, mood, sleep.
Choose type by goal (e.g., glycinate for sleep).
5.,Omega-3: For inflammation, cognition, hormones.
Prefer food sources; otherwise, consult your doctor before supplementing.
General Guidance- Walking 5–7k steps daily already lowers health risks (10k is not mandatory).
- Gut health may influence breathing/allergies → pay attention to digestion & foods.
- Keep protein + hydration consistent to avoid muscle loss during weight changes.
Bottom line routine:
Snack light + walk → stay hydrated → protein within 30–60 min → spread nutrients & protein through the day → support long-term stamina with balanced supplements. -
As we begin our last week Monday, my prayer for you is this… That you
Find a strategy that helps you continue to move in many ways … large and small
Know this community is always here moving with you and being encouraged by your energy -
Ash Ash, thank you for sharing this … I feel it so deeply … I’m the kind who puts a podcast or audio book into my ears to walk the steps … but with the encouragement from the group and the pictures, I’m splitting my walks up as my soul takes me: chi/japanese walking (the app doesn’t allow me to change screens so I focus on stance, breath, and am challenged but present!), then there’s the mini strolls with Pepper and the cows, rainbows and peacocks …
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This week I am listening to soft instrumental music on very low volume, almost as if it’s part of the landscape background of sounds. Felt different, time passed quicker I noticed. Sat and meditated later after the walk. Great feeling of peace in those moments. Hoping to continue this throughout inclement weather in fall and winter! Xoxo best of best walk plus healing/rejuvenating/contemplating time to all! Thank you for the guidance and encouragement, Annelise, Ani and Meenu!
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Hi everyone. I have not being consistent with my walks, work got in the way, however I manage to have a long and relaxing walk yesterday in the nature.
Suzana I hear you Suzana… I got a bit of a bug and didn’t do as much as I’d have liked… This community wil stil encourage and ‘move’ each other even after the 28th!!!
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annelise piers Its like hearing the soul voice in the contemplative moments. All seems ok as you feel and breath in the power of now🥳🥰
Ash so so beautiful
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This week I am listening to soft instrumental music on very low volume, almost as if it’s part of the landscape background of sounds. Felt different, time passed quicker I noticed. Sat and meditated later after the walk. Great feeling of peace in those moments. Hoping to continue this throughout inclement weather in fall and winter! Xoxo best of best walk plus healing/rejuvenating/contemplating time to all! Thank you for the guidance and encouragement, Annelise, Ani and Meenu!
Ash I’m so glad your tired the music too Ash… In fact I was coming on here to add a little end of the challenge chalenge
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We’re almost at the end of this walking challenge and have loved hearing from you… And have been so encouraged.
Was wondering… Would you post the link to a song that has the words ‘walk/walking’ in it or playlist you’ve used for your walks??
I’ll start us.off
walking on sunshine https://youtu.be/iPUmE-tne5U?si=DJRa6GC_P1Nz_fuN -
So Sunday is our ‘last’ day of the challenge and I wanted to leave you with an invitation to go forest bathing this Sunday!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12CCjoixpkA…
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annelise piers definitely will do forest Bathing Sunday
