Walk

“A surprisingly interesting, thought-provoking, and practical read. Walk is about much more than counting your steps–it’s about enriching your life. This book does for walking what Breath did for breathing.”–Adam Grant, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Think Again and Hidden Potential, and host of the podcast Re: Thinking“As this incredible book highlights, walking is not just movement, it is the fundamentals of how we connect our bodies to the ground. Drs. McDowell and Conley identify key elements to improve foot function, strength, and why walking is inherently good for overall health and wellbeing. I highly recommend reading, following, and implementing the strategies detailed in Walk.”–Stacy T. Sims, PhD, author of Next Level and Roar“Modern health has forgotten something elemental: we are a bi-pedal walking species. This book restores walking to its rightful place not as exercise, but as a biological necessity. It reminds us that resilience, longevity, and agency begin at ground level, one step at a time.”–Galahad Clark, CEO & Co-Founder, Vivobarefoot“In Walk, Dr. Courtney Conley does what most health advice fails to do. She focuses on the fundamentals that actually move the needle. Walking is not a fitness trend. It’s a biological requirement for longevity, metabolic health, and independence, and this book explains why with clarity and deep evidence. If you care about aging powerfully and keeping your body strong, this book is absolutely for you.” –Dhru Purohit, host of the Dhru Purohit Show“This book is a wake-up call in the best possible way. Courtney shows us that the foundation of our health, energy and longevity isn’t complicated, it just comes straight from our feet. Walk makes a compelling case that walking isn’t exercise, it’s essential, and she gives us practical steps to rebuild our foot strength back into our lives. If you want a longer, stronger, more joyful life, start here.” –Steven Bartlett, host, Diary of a CEO podcast“We were born to walk even more than to run, and, arguably, nothing is better for your health than regular walking. Read this informative book if you are trying to increase your step count and walk better!” –Daniel Lieberman, author of Exercised

Dr. Courtney Conley

Dr. Courtney Conley holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine as well as two bachelor’s degrees in Kinesiology and Human Biology. The founder and creator of Gait Happens, she has worked with professional athletic teams including the Phoenix Suns, New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants, San Francisco 49ers, and Minnesota Vikings. Dr. Conley is Head of Patient Care at Total Health Solutions and Total Health Performance, premier healthcare destinations renowned for their comprehensive and science-based approach to patient care. An internationally recognized authority on foot mechanics and gait dynamics, her scholarly contributions encompass authorship, mentorship, educational program development, and the formulation of pioneering foot and gait methodologies. Her private client list includes numerous professional athletes, A-list celebrities, global experts in medical care, and politicians.

Dr. Milica McDowell

Dr. Milica McDowell holds two Bachelor of Science degrees (Exercise Physiology and Health Promotion, Montana State University), a master’s degree (Physical Therapy, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center), and a Doctorate degree (Physical Therapy, Idaho State University). She served as a university faculty member in Human Performance for nearly a decade, has developed numerous medical education curricula, and has been an invited speaker on many national stages, including the American Physical Therapy Association and American College of Sports Medicine’s conventions. She has been an invited presenter for numerous professional organizations and has delivered over 300 educational lectures at state, regional, and national levels. Dr. McDowell founded Clearwater Physical Therapy, Bluebird Medical Supply Company, and co-founded Epic Fitness, 4C Sports Injury Analytics, and CrossFit Send It. In 2023, Dr. McDowell was recognized as one of the Top 50 Women Leaders in Healthcare by the Women We Admire organization. She has edited textbooks, written several university science courses, and developed professional continuing education courses which are sold in a global marketplace. One of her present interests is the responsible use of AI technologies to produce multi-media learning experiences in professional education.

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