Episode 268: 6 Ways to Walk for Health

About this episode

What would happen if your daily walk became a practice for energy, balance, breath, and a clearer mind? In this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement, Steven Sashen speaks with Dr. Jacques MoraMarco, Co-Founder of the International Sun Tai Chi Association, and Dr. Yun Kim, Founder of Emperor's Wellness, who share the movement principles behind their book, Walking Your Way to Vitality. They introduce six walking practices that integrate natural movement with breathwork, mindful awareness, Tai Chi, Qigong, balance training, and traditional walking techniques. Together, they explain how to start with simple, accessible practices and build a regular walking routine that feels more focused, energizing, and enjoyable.  Key Takeaways: → Walking can become more intentional when you add breath, posture, awareness, and attention to your body's movement. → The widely cited 10,000-step target was a marketing concept, so a sustainable daily movement goal matters more than chasing a single universal number. → Mindful walking invites you to shift your attention away from past regrets and future worries and toward your breath, feet, and surroundings. → Mindfulness is not about forci