This article was originally written for Walk Magazine in 2008 by Michael Roth and updated in 2026. Michael is the USATF Vice Chair for Race Walking and one of the most knowledgeable people I know on the subject. I think you’ll find […]
In my late 30s, I was thin but out of shape — what I now know is called “skinny fat.” I had no idea how out of shape I was until a family vacation. A group of us were hiking and I […]
To help all of us be successful beyond March, here are tips for choosing your 2026 goals.
You’ve caught a cold, or maybe have the flu. Should you skip your regular workout? The answer depends upon your temperature, your pulse, and your common sense. Regular moderate exercise will improve your immune system, and regular exercisers do have fewer colds […]
The book In Praise of Walking: A New Scientific Exploration takes the curious reader on a research-oriented journey to explain why walking is good not just for the body, but also the mind.
In this first in a series of “where are they now,” I reconnect with WALK! Magazine columnist Coach Dave McGovern.
If you’re looking for a way to increase your activity and chase off pandemic-related blues, WALK Magazine has organized a month-long walking challenge in October – WALKtober!
July 1 marks the first day of the second half of the year making this the perfect time to review your New Year’s resolutions and reset your walking goals!
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder triggered by eating gluten. Eating gluten causes an immune response that attacks the small intestine.
I started the Whole30 eating plan for a couple of reasons. I have digestion issues and thought it would help me pinpoint the foods that are the cause. I have not been making good food choices for a while, and felt I […]
