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The Spirited Walker: Fitness Walking for Clarity, Balance, and Spiritual Connection

by Carolyn Scot Kortge

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Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

Walking surpasses jogging as most people’s favourite form of exercise by five-to-one. The Spirited Walker introduces the idea of expanding one’s walking regimen from simply a physical workout to a spiritual one – a fitness routine for the body and soul. Drawing upon the Buddhist concept of the ‘walking meditation’ – spiritual practice on the move – Kortge offers instruction and encouragement for: • Developing a walking routine• Learning and using proper walking techniques• Developing awareness and focus while walking• Practicing techniques for increased attentiveness, peacefulness and tranquility.Using breathing exercises, visualizations, and active affirmations.A unique approach to spiritual development, Kortge’s methods are simple, eminently practical, and rewarding for men and women of all ages and physical conditions. Beautifully written and gently inspiring, the Spirited Walker is one of the first books to explore the hidden and profound benefits of this enormously popular sport, offering a spirited new lesson in the pursuit of good health.

Review:

"After leading thousands of people, a few at a time, on hiking trails of every description, I am convinced of the transformative potential of walking. Carolyn has written a work that spans the continuum from practical to profound, gently guiding us into what is ultimately a spiritual journey." (-- Mark Black, Hiking Director/Canyon Ranch Tucson)

Review:

"If you really want to give your spiritual life a boost, let Kortge show you how the simple act of walking can take you on the trail of self-transformation to destinations inward bound that you never knew existed. Here is a direct way to knowing yourself and a celebration of being fully alive."( — Jerry Lynch, Ph.D., coauthor of Working Out, Working Within)

Review:

"This is the walking book I wanted to write! While so many books focus primarily on physical fitness and health, my readers tell me it's the spiritual connection walking satisfies that keeps them going." (-- Maggie Spilner, walking editor, Prevention Magazine )

Synopsis:

Americans by the millions name walking as their favorite form of exercise. THE SPIRITED WALKER introduces the idea of expanding one's walking regimen from simply a physical workout to a spiritual one--a fitness routine for the body AND soul. Championship race walker Carolyn Scott Kortge draws upon the Buddhist concept of the "walking meditation" to promote the transformative benefits of putting one foot in front of the other.

About the Author

Journalist Carolyn Scott Kortge holds bronze and silver medals from the USA Track and Feild Association's National Masters Championships and was formerly ranked among the top five women racewalkers in her age group. As a feature writer for daily newspapers in Wisconsin, Kansas, and Oregon, she has captured numerous national awards for excellence.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780060647360
Subtitle:
Fitness Walking for Clarity, Balance, and Spiritual Connection
Author:
Kortge, Carolyn Scott
Author:
Kortge, Carolyn Scott
Author:
Kortge, Carolyn S.
Author:
by Carolyn S. Kortge
Publisher:
HarperOne
Location:
San Francisco, Calif. :
Subject:
Exercise
Subject:
Walking
Subject:
Psychological aspects
Subject:
Fitness walking
Subject:
Fitness walking -- Psychological aspects.
Subject:
General Health & Fitness
Copyright:
Edition Number:
1st ed.
Publication Date:
January 1998
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
8.01x5.32x.68 in. .46 lbs.

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