Please take the Wellness While Walking survey! CLICK HERE! ·      If you can’t click on the survey and... more

Justis was an avid gamer who loved his friends and family. His parents seek to make his tragic passing meaningful... more

Are you wearing wireless ear buds right now? Your beloved wireless devices emit radiation that penetrates your body, creating biological... more

When we’re intentional and thoughtful about our career, children, aging parents and our home management, we’re more likely to live... more

Does your walk keep you within your "fat max" heart rate zone? We wrap up our conversation with Brad Kearns... more

Your body might be fighting against you when you push too hard in exercise, activating powerful compensatory mechanisms that can... more

The destructive "struggle and suffer" mentality sold by the fitness industry is leading to astonishing injury rates among runners while... more

Save time, money and simplify your health routine! By immediately by removing a handful of popular products or activities we... more

"Just this once. I deserve it,” we say, as we return to the freezer for another serving of ice cream.... more

Some forms of exercise cause inflammation. When a listener wrote in, saying a friend told her walking was one of... more

Let's ditch the fleeting fads and superficial solutions. We're going beyond quick fixes and shiny objects today, to build a... more

When we’re not feeling 100% or are unhappy with our health status, it’s logical to look for solutions. Plenty of... more

When we face bone loss, whether that be osteopenia or osteoporosis, we’re rarely told about lifestyle factors that could make... more

"If you fail to plan, you're planning to fail," said Ben Franklin! Let’s change our health trajectory by planning! We’ll... more

Is it time to re-think your step count goals or habit? Let’s run your ideal number of daily steps past... more

This particular mindset pitfall can make the difference between realizing our health goals and not! Tackling this common outlook can... more

Lose weight? Eat better? Move more? If taking care of your health is on the list for this year, let's... more

To track steps or not to track steps, that is the question!! We’ll talk tracking steps and other healthy behavior... more

Sometimes it’s more dinner “assembly” than cooking, and that’s all good! From “Dorm Sushi” to quick Burgers+Veggies to Egg Roll... more

What do health practitioners do to take care of their own health? Let’s find out today – a lot of... more

We can design the end of our year to be different! No more collapsing into January! Instead, we can enjoy... more

Wait, what did you say? Our hearing is potentially the single largest risk factor for dementia? And it's almost always... more

Today, an aspect of health too many of us overlook, with potentially grave consequences. How to correct any deficiencies and... more

Be a fly on the wall of the talk I’m going to give my kids on our upcoming vacation! What... more

Design and enjoy your own health retreat to get you focused on your wellness! Sometimes we need to dedicate some... more

Is monitoring calories a worthwhile effort? Are all calories equal? Can they give us all the answers for weight management... more

Belly fat has probably caused more people to diet than any other factor! Today, we talk about the health issues... more

Find simple and effective ways to fit wellness into your packed schedule! Whether you're looking to improve your eating habits,... more

The last few months of the year -- or Q4 in business terms -- can be a wash for health.... more

Friend, delve into the profound significance of "anchor relationships" with me today! Discover how intentional, nurturing connections can enhance both... more

Resilience can help us reach our goals, but can we be resilient when times are tough? When Kellie Cummings’ puppy... more

Got food chatter going all day long? Let’s quiet the food noise! We age in a more accelerated way at... more

(Updated for regular speed!) Those devilish hits of dopamine can derail us with our choosing a cupcake over a cup... more

We can bring our strengths to making some changes for our health and well-being. I’ll tell you about some clients... more

How we live and interact with our neighbors – or not – can affect our health and wellbeing. We’ll hear... more

Does WHEN I eat matter for weight loss? Is my favorite protein powder ultraprocessed? Should I hold on when walking... more

Facing pre-diabetes or are your blood sugar markers are climbing up? Or maybe you just get hangry and feel like... more

I was lucky. A doctor tested me for diabetes, for seemingly no reason. Too many of us are walking around... more

We can feel better in all sorts of ways, and one way to improve our well-being is through our appearance,... more

      One character strength is particularly helpful in our effort to make healthy lifestyle behavior changes. Join us... more

We’ll do better when we feel better, so today we’ll figure out how to feel better so we can take... more

“Walking the Weight Off” or “How to Walk for Weight Loss,” the headlines tease. Are they accurate or misleading? How... more

SUMMARY Fellow walker and cerebral palsy advocate Nicole Luongo discusses her unique walking and exercise routine, and shares with us... more

Hospitality isn’t just for restaurants any more! Dr. Michael Sonick joins us to discuss his new book about bringing the... more

From the secrets of tooth and gum care to all the ways getting it right can potentially impact our overall... more

Tiny sessions with big results might be our "way in" to meditation and mindfulness. Indeed, a small practice of it... more

Got pain? Sleep issues? Menopausal symptoms? Ancient wisdom has made its way into many mainstream health and well-being practices. We’ll... more

If I told you something that went unaddressed could affect our health as much as smoking would, I bet you’d... more

If you’re thinking hypnosis is like that guy who swung a coin on a string back and forth and got... more

  When we’re living in a cluttered environment, how does that impact our health? Well, it DOES tend to affect... more

Fight back against the food system that leaves us overfed and undernourished by embracing the powerful rainbow of produce! We’ll... more

How’s your daily veggie tally? Vegetables aren’t always the first foods we see when we’re out and about in our... more

From fighting the effects of perfectionism to developing ways to fight decision fatigue to managing our focus, approaches to life... more

Diann Wingert joins me today to discuss the in’s and out’s of ADHD. As a former psychotherapist who’s now a... more

Singing can contribute to our physical health (hello and thanks, vagus nerve!), but today we’re chiming in on how using... more

In honor of National Walking Day – the day this episode drops – we’ll do an all-walking episode, where we'll... more

Consuming the news incorrectly can be hazardous to your health, said no warning ever! But it can be true. So... more

Do you believe life gets better with age? Well, that’s what the research tells us! So what can we expect... more

Are you in -- or approaching -- midlife? Forget the crisis! Embrace this time of epic self-acceptance, living with purpose,... more

  LET’S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for support, motivation and fun! Wellness... more

We are what we eat, or what we assimilate! We’ll distinguish food sensitivities from food allergies and food intolerances, and... more

To mark a birthday milestone, we look at 3 health lies and 2 truths that have emerged over Carolyn’s decades... more

Did you know that there’s a story that pervades many myths, novels, and movies? We can learn from this hero’s... more

Let’s delve into the latest walking research and trends, to find out if we need to tweak our routines! What... more

Today, we’ll get ideas for how to find greater focus, how to balance our human-being and human-doing tendencies, how to... more

We’ll go into the secret “back room” at focus groups to get a handle on the machinations behind the most... more

When we eat foods with actual nutrients, we thrive. But what are the nutrient powerhouses? What obstacles stand between us... more

Our reliance on ultra-processed foods is making us hungry and prone to overeating, in addition to negatively affecting our health!... more

Don’t leap into the January resolution rush without doing the 3 things in today’s episode! The wisdom and insight you’ll... more

Rules can give us structure in the moment we’re making decisions that may or may not result in the behaviors... more

See what's going to get your health humming! And then a case study in hummus – check out one example... more

We, as humans, lie on average about 1.5 times a day! But how is this getting in the way of... more

We’re sprinkling some bite-sized episodes into the mix! Sometimes you need a meal and sometimes you need a snack! These... more

Two walkers walk into a Zoom room?! Dave Paul, host of the Walking is Fitness Podcast and I recorded a... more

Today, we examine the impact of ultra-processed foods on liver health. This shift in our diet has had an impact... more

Dangerous misrepresentations of the health of our food abound on social media. Who’s behind this and how can we protect... more

Are you aiming for a fulfilling life? Well, for optimal functioning, consider the impact of flourishing and flow, and join... more

Dr. Margarita Tarragona is here to explore the power of our stories in enhancing well-being. We discuss how examining and... more

We’re delving into our top healthy lifestyle tips from the first 200 episodes, and then we’re looking ahead to where... more

In a world of health misinformation and disinformation, we consider how we might be getting dietary advice, and how to... more

As “Live to 100,” a docuseries, airs on Netflix, we might be tempted to follow in the footsteps of these... more

How can imposterism and self-doubt affect our health and well-being? Dr. Jill Stoddard is back to discuss imposterism and its... more

A practical path to dealing with insecurity, self-doubt and downright imposterism lies ahead of us, and we’re led by guide... more

You loved hearing Dora's journey back to health in Episode 195! Here's a little bonus Dora! You'll hear about her... more

We’re joined today by Dora, a listener from Queens, NY, who shares with us her health journey, that’s harrowing at... more

Hunter-gatherers ate dozens of different plants each day! How can we use variety to maximize our health in the modern... more

Don't malign the small stuff: the micro-moments in our lives can make us happier! We'll talk about how we can... more

Today, we explore the concept of prioritizing pursuing important experiences sooner rather than later. Memories are gold, and when we... more

Michelle Shapiro, a registered dietitian specializing in gut issues, anxiety, and weight loss, shares insights from her private practice. Michelle... more

Functional, integrative registered dietitian Michelle Shapiro discusses her journey into the field of dietetics and her approach to health and... more

Are you walking? Hiking? Something in between? And does it matter? We’ll delve into what makes a walk a walk... more

With all the loud voices on social media and in the news headlines, it’s easy to think that health is... more

What's the optimal frequency for walking an hour or more per week? A recent study highlights the significance of... more

Walking for wellness is at the heart of everything today’s guest does! Laura Conely, founder of Urban Paths, a walking... more

Today, Dr. William Li’s back to discuss the MediterAsian way of eating which features powerful foods for weight loss and... more

Dr. William Li is here with us, and he shares insights from his latest book, "Eat to Beat Your Diet."... more

Are you a fan of those diamond grill marks on a steak or marinated tofu? Do you love charred turkey... more

I thought I was pretty active, and then I moved – really moved! More on the learning I got from... more

Alexx Stuart, founder of Low Tox Life, is back to discuss the toxins in our environment that are harming our... more

Today we’ll hear how one woman’s journey to heal her chronic conditions led her to avoiding certain everyday products at... more

Does your morning routine need a shot in the arm? Check out how a 6-year-old boy kicks his mornings off... more

Join us in today's episode as we delve into the powerful morning routines of two remarkable women. Discover the secrets... more

The cold, hard (or soft… serve?) truth on how to follow our health journeys when we’re fed inaccurate information about... more

In a crazy-busy time in my life, I stepped out of the day-to-day, and went on a (healthy) business retreat!... more

When our policy doesn’t protect us, we need to take on more responsibility in our aim to stay healthy. With... more

Somehow, U.S. authorities decided to ignore the scary trends in a comprehensive report, but the *good news* is that we... more

Self-proclaimed "lazy girl" Laura Coleman is back to share with us an exertion-free (and $$ free) way to build our... more

Are you plagued by persistent aches and pains? You came to the right episode because Laura Coleman, a highly experienced... more

Intuitive eating didn’t go too well for me when I first tried it – hear what about the movement resonates... more

We're talking routines, prioritizing ourselves, getting back on track and more with Dr. Stephen Brewer of Canyon Ranch. He’s back... more

Why we need to lose weight, what we need to know about weight gain, and what habits and mindset will... more

Dr. Angela Ryan and I sit down for a conversation about walking through life and all that life deals us.... more

LET’S TALK THE WALK! ***NEW*** Facebook Group for Our Community! Join here for support, motivation and fun! Wellness... more

Have you been wondering about functional medicine – what is it and how does it differ from conventional medicine? Dr.... more

We’re jumping into new territory today, with the expert guidance of our guest, Alyce Adams, RN, or The Kegel Queen.... more

Dopamine Nation author Dr. Anna Lembke joins us again, to help us level up our life satisfaction. We talk about... more

Why the glee over being sick? Could never getting sick be problematic? What I’ll do to heal + more in... more

News flash: we’re pretty much all addicted to something, whether we realize it or not! Those little hits of dopamine... more

(Exercise) snacks, anyone?? New research answers exactly how much we need to walk to undo our sedentary lifestyles, and then... more

JJ Virgin, author of four best-selling books centered on improving diet for health, joins us to discuss creating a balanced... more

We’re kicking off a new year with celebrity nutritionist and fitness expert, JJ Virgin! She shares her perspective on health... more

Have you hopped on the walking backwards trend? Find out whether walking backwards might be right for you! We’ll then... more

Three coaches discuss three health books that can change your life! Join our book chat to learn new ideas that... more

In Episodes 152-156, we talk about staying healthy in busy times, as part of our #healthywhilebusy Challenge! This informal challenge... more

In Episodes 152-156, we talk about staying healthy in busy times, as part of our #healthywhilebusy Challenge! This informal challenge... more

In Episodes 152-156, we talk about staying healthy in busy times, as part of our #healthywhilebusy Challenge! This informal challenge... more

In Episodes 152-156, we talk about staying healthy in busy times, as part of our #healthywhilebusy Challenge! This informal challenge... more

In Episodes 152-156, we talk about staying healthy in busy times, as part of our #healthywhilebusy Challenge! This informal challenge... more

What exactly is burnout, and how do we know if we’re suffering or at risk of experiencing it?  Today’s episode... more

When Karli Amonite couldn’t get the food she needed to heal from a chronic illness, she and her husband dug... more

Kitchen tips and tricks abound in the second part of our chat with Michelle Tam, co-founder of Nom Nom Paleo,... more

Nom Nom Paleo’s Michelle Tam is in the house -- and specifically the kitchen -- today! Her infectious warmth, humor... more

Long or short walks? Brisk or slow? Count steps or not? Will walking help me lose weight? How can I... more

Documentary films can be powerfully persuasive, and our guest today helps us understand why, and then gives us a roadmap... more

((BREAKING! Get 10% off the Fit Feet Program*!)) Let’s talk footwear, pain while walking and what to do about it,... more

Good health starts with our feet! Today, we’ll delve into feet, toes, ankles and everything they’re connected to (which is... more

Does obesity drive disease, or vice versa? We talk TOFI (Thin On The Outside/Fat On The Inside), BMI, sugar in... more

Our bodies (and also our minds) were meant to be challenged, and sometimes, in our comfortable society, the challenges aren’t... more

Yep, we dig into why (and how often) my wearable technology is telling me to stretch my legs, and what... more

Maybe forming a group to help support you on your health journey is outside your comfort zone. But maybe it’s... more

Our levels of hunger and satiety are controlled in part by hormones, as are many of our bodies’ systems. What... more

Insulin, cortisol, ghrelin, leptin, estrogen – these are some of the hormones that keep the trains running on schedule. Many... more

We do a deep dive into a new approach to thinking about dinner, since  the change in seasons can up-end... more

Just 2 minutes of walking could have an impact on our health! We’ll dive into some new research that highlighted... more

Walking for fitness and health is finally receiving its proper glory, after being under-recognized for far too long. No other... more

Weight loss isn’t a typical topic here on Wellness While Walking. Perhaps you’ve heard the advice to “eat less, move... more

Sometimes, what’s old is new again, and that’s true with a type of movement we might want to reconsider! Join... more

Should we use a Good/Better/Best continuum to help us make decisions consistent with our health goals? Or is there something... more

Tired? Fatigued? You’re not alone. What can be done? We explore exhaustion with Dr. Jenny Tufenkian today, and I share... more

We’re looking at Naturopathic Medicine today, with the help of Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, ND. What is a naturopathic doctor, and... more

Sarah Fay and I wrap up our conversation about her mental health misdiagnoses, and what's happened since her book, Pathological:... more

Sarah Fay, author of Pathological: The True Story of Six Misdiagnoses, shares with us her decades-long struggle with mental health,... more

Kendra Adachi’s bestselling The Lazy Genius Kitchen is a guide to making the kitchen a place of lower stress, zero... more

Kendra Adachi of The Lazy Genius joins us today to share her approach to living well and on our own,... more

Dr. Dana Cohen spills the (decaf) tea on what else keeps us hydrated, and we do a speed round of... more

Dr. Dana Cohen joins us to talk about one misunderstood consideration when we’re trying to feel better and enjoy enhanced... more

The female brain has the potential to be stronger and better in midlife! Whether you’re a woman in midlife or... more

When my travel digestion woes didn’t resolve, I started an elimination diet to see what could be at the root... more

Call it swimming upstream or walking against traffic, but it’s what we need to do if we’re trying to live... more

Dr. Romie joins us today, to talk about her brainSHIFT program, which can help address our too-busy brains. But we... more

Limited Opportunity -- 1:1 One Hour Session With Carolyn (Podcast Input and Health Coaching)  If you're interested in learning more... more

Awe-inspiring gardens set the backdrop for us to talk about functional movement. Our bodies were meant to move quite a... more

Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist, the Uncluttered course, and new book, Things That Matter, shares a wise man’s observation that... more

Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist joins us to share how minimalism can help us improve our health and live the... more

Please vote for me as host of Wellness While Walking, as part of the Top Mom Podcaster designation from Podcast... more

Associate Certified Coach, Kelly Reznikoff puts positive psychology to work, explaining to us and modeling for us what it means... more

Breakfast on-the-go is one of the many benefits of smoothies, and we’ll dive deep into these popular options – a... more

Breakfast might be the most controversial meal of the day! Truth is, we all break our fasts at some point... more

Scot Huntsberry, retired FBI supervisory special agent, shares today some revelations students had at the FBI’s National Academy when introduced... more

What do you think a new FBI agent who’s just moved his family of 7 to a new state for... more

How can we balance general exercise recommendations with what’s right for us personally? We explore finding our walking sweet spot!... more

Can how we THINK make all the difference in the success we find in making our goals a reality? I’ll... more

Former personal chef to the stars James Barry joins us to talk about cooking, meal planning and the nutrients we’ve... more

Fitness instructor Stephanie Taddei returns to share with us more motivating information! We talk about the importance of maintaining our... more

A healthy “diet” of physical activity can include a lot of different kinds of movement. Fitness instructor Stephanie Taddei shares... more

Protein leverage, fat/weight loss, diet culture and diets, metabolic health and more -- not easy topics, but we have Optimising... more

Diets don’t work, right? We know resolutions to shed excess fat usually backfire. Often, the same is true for folks... more

Though you and I probably aren’t underrating walking as a form of exercise, apparently some do! Here’s why they shouldn’t!... more

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Prizes, insider info, and what’s ahead for 2022! Walk with me to celebrate 100 episodes of Wellness While Walking! **NEW**... more

Full-spectrum happiness is within our reach! Check out some more of the menu of activities and exercises Dr. Scott Glassman... more

A Happier You? Sound good? I think so, too! There’s always room to uplevel our happiness, and Dr. Scott Glassman... more

Sarah Hart-Unger and I continue with our conversation and planning and living intentionally, and she shares wisdom about planning for... more

Planning can help us check the productivity box, but it can also guide us on our journey to live a... more

We’re doing a deep dive into the intersection of movement, nature and mental well-being with walk and talk therapist, Jen... more

Are you trying to wrestle yourself free from a lifetime of clutter? Maybe Swedish Death Cleaning is for you!  We... more

Fresh from my first big trip in years, I go through some of my best strategies for staying healthy while... more

Re-entering society after socially distancing? We talk about how I’m going to approach flying across the country for my first... more

How many steps are associated with a longer, healthier life? 7,000? 10,000? More? Fewer? Do we know the answer? And... more

Can food be addicting? After we tackle that dicey topic, we return to our chat with journalist Abby Ellin, this... more

Quitting Diet Coke™ as your superpower? Never underestimate the power of a quitter! We’ve got journalist, writer and podcaster Abby... more

We delve into the importance of decluttering, beautifying, and simplifying our physical environments – especially our homes – to give... more

It's so easy to get off the path to health and well-being, so I share how I deviated from my... more

Trying to change up a bad habit? As quitting Diet Coke™ hits the headlines, we run through several tips and... more

In this updated popular episode, we make the case for adding another vegetable or two into our diets, and then... more

Yep, this episode is chock full of some of the most practical next steps my clients work on with me... more

The fundamentals of health are on tap today, as I speak with Jason Dowse about the importance and power of... more

How can we increase our odds of making successful health-related behavior changes? Could it be all about the timing? Tune... more