The Mindful Walker: Rediscovering the Simple Path to a Healthier Happier More Peaceful Life

Sometimes the simplest path is the best one.Weve all heard about the health benefits of exercise fresh air and mindfulness. But lets be real. Even with the best of intentions most of us can barely manage to get to bed on time let alone get to the gym take up running or learn to meditate. And guilt just adds to our stress!But there is another way. Mindful Walking!In this newly revised and expanded Edition of The Mindful Walker science writer coach and certified Natural Mindfulness Guide Alex Strauss offers a simple practical guide to harnessing the power of Nature connection to think more clearly and creatively get in better shape and feel more joy - in just minutes a day!Leaning on her own experience as a business owner and working parent and drawing from time-honored practices like forest bathing (shinrin yoku) walking meditation and nature therapy Strauss has helped hundreds of busy people find their center and reclaim their tranquility right outside their door.InThe Mindful Walker she offers her fresh perspective in down-to-Earth instructions personal examples and inspiring walking prompts as well as downloadable resources including an audio guided walk.Youll discover: How to get up and moving regardless of your mood or the weatherPractical tips to carve an extra 15 minutes out of even the busiest daySimple techniques to quickly rise above worry and clear your thoughtsHow to tone your legs and backside with every stepBreathing exercises to calm anxiety and increase energySimple prompts to sharpen your senses and improve your focus - at work and at homeSome of the amazing research on the mind-body benefits of walking mindfulness and exposure to green spacesTime saving tips advice about shoes (its not what you expect!) recommended books and more!If you have ever been moved by birdsong inspired by trees or soothed by a breeze - or youd just like to be - you will be delighted by this simple but profound little book.Buy The Mindful Walker today and see for yourself how a healthier happier and more peaceful life really can be a walk in the park!Alex Strauss is a writer speaker and certified Natural Mindfulness Guide committed to helping busy people foster a deeper connection with the Earth. She lives works and walks on the edge of a forest in North Carolinas Piedmont region. Learn more about her work at TheMindfulWalker.com.