Some Brief Thoughts on the Benefits of Walking

I think that beyond the many physical benefits of walking, the mental benefits are as manifold. Some of my best ideas and most important revelations are born during walks. I decompress. I consider things in a less distracted frame of mind.  I love the simplicity of walking… travelling the speed that humans have primarily moved at throughout our entire evolution and existence. Foot speed. The speed at which we are best adjusted to observing the world.

From the beginning of my fitness journey in 2017, walking has been the foundation of my exercise. The primary rule? Replace as much driving as possible with walking, biking, or running. Even my initial idea for doing a fitness account on Instagram almost two years ago came from a walk home from @oasis_diner after having coffee. (Actually, if you want REAL magic in life, combine walks AND coffee regularly)  I also love the Bill Burr stand-up comedy bit when he’s saying that you ate your way into being fat, now walk it off! Thanks, Bill! It works! Especially when you consider that half of all driving trips in the USA are only 3 miles or less. Just swap the car keys for some comfy shoes or a bike. 

Check out my fitness related accounts!

FitterAfter40 Instagram account

FitterAfter40 YouTube account

As always, thank you for reading and sharing my blog! I am an independent poet, author, and singer/songwriter and I have my own ebay business to keep me as flexible as possible. But, writing takes time and if you appreciate what I do, if you have been moved or made to think by my writing, OR have just enjoyed something on my blog, please throw a buck or two in my tip jar!:) Your kind contribution may buy me a cup of coffee out at my next writing session. Click my easy paypal “tip jar” link that follows and THANKS! Also, find my latest books on Amazon and Kindle!. Just search my full name.

-Luke

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“Ornaments” -A Poem About Choices

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“Ornaments” page 1 of 2 -An original poem typecast by Luke Austin Daugherty. Copyright 2016, All Rights Reserved on words and photograph. This poem was typed on a Royal Mercury

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“Ornaments” page 2 of 2 -An original poem typecast by Luke Austin Daugherty. Copyright 2016, All Rights Reserved on words and photograph. This poem was typed on a Royal Mercury

As always, thank you for reading and sharing my blog! I am an independent poet, author, and singer/songwriter and I have my own ebay business to keep me as flexible as possible. But, writing takes time and if you appreciate what I do, if you have been moved or made to think by my writing, OR have just enjoyed something on my blog, please throw a buck or two in my tip jar!:) Your kind contribution may buy me a cup of coffee out at my next writing session. Click my easy paypal “tip jar” link that follows and THANKS! -Luke

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The Sunday Sermon- “Go All the Way” by Charles Bukowski

This is a classic poem by Charles Bukowski. It is written from his subjective vantage point on life. Yet, I think that any person can glean at least one principle or bit of encouragement from this poem. Though for some, the message can be much more moving and transformative. Ether way, enjoy!

 

For more information on Charles Bukowski and his writing, Check out the link and documentary below!

bukowski.net

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJ3Aq-xt9y0

As always, thank you for reading and sharing my blog! I am an independent poet, author, and singer/songwriter and I have my own ebay business to keep me as flexible as possible. But, writing takes time and if you appreciate what I do, if you have been moved or made to think by my writing, OR have just enjoyed something on my blog, please throw a buck or two in my tip jar!:) Your kind contribution may buy me a cup of coffee out at my next writing session. Click my easy paypal “tip jar” link that follows and THANKS! -Luke

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Mixed Fruit Jelly and Razor Blades (A Poem)

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“Mixed Fruit Jelly and Razor Blades” -a poem by: Luke Austin Daugherty- All Rights Reserved, Copyright 2016

This is one of those poems, like almost all I write, that just came into existence when I was busy doing something else, but available all the same.

Pick up a copy my new poetry book Low Shelf Angels in paperback or eBook format via the links at Low Shelf Angels Official Site

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Low Shelf Angels, the new book of poetry by poet, singer/songwriter, and author, Luke Austin Daugherty.

As always, thank you for reading and sharing my blog! I am an independent poet, author, and singer/songwriter and I have my own ebay business to keep me as flexible as possible. But, writing takes time and if you appreciate what I do, if you have been moved or made to think by my writing, OR have just enjoyed something on my blog, please throw a buck or two in my tip jar!:) Your kind contribution may buy me a cup of coffee out at my next writing session. Click my easy paypal “tip jar” link that follows and THANKS! -Luke

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“Redeemed”- Typewriter Poetry at the Thrift Store

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“Redeemed” -a poem by Luke Austin Daugherty, copyright 2016, All Rights Reserved

I found the old girl tossed in the bin at a thrift store this afternoon. I pulled her out of the bin, set her up top a broken washing machine, messed with all of the keys, rolled in a torn-out sheet of paper, and brought her back to life right there… “Redeemed”

No correction tape was available, so pardon my mistakes. Here’s a larger version of the picture I took when I found the old Remington.

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A Remington Quiet Writer manual typewriter found in a bin at the west side Goodwill Outlet Store in Indianapolis by Luke Austin Daugherty.

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As always, thank you for reading and sharing my blog! I am an independent poet, author, and singer/songwriter and I have my own ebay business to keep me as flexible as possible. But, writing takes time and if you appreciate what I do, if you have been moved or made to think by my writing, OR have just enjoyed something on my blog, please throw a buck or two in my tip jar!:) Your kind contribution may buy me a cup of coffee out at my next writing session. Click my easy paypal “tip jar” link that follows and THANKS! -Luke

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