3 Miles Per Hour: Why Walking Changes the Way You Think
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3 Miles Per Hour: Why Walking Changes the Way You Think
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This episode of the Movement Sherpa Podcast, hosted by Chris Luby, explores Walking. This episode focuses on Dr. John Francis, who walked across the United States in silence for 17 years, highlighting the power of walking and silence for connection and environmental awareness. The episode also delves into the science of walking, emphasizing the cognitive benefits of a 3 mph pace, known as the “speed of observation,” and the importance of optic flow for brain health.
Walking benefits the brain by quieting the amygdala and activating the Default Mode Network, leading to relaxation and creative problem-solving. Global data shows that countries with high walking rates, like Hong Kong and Japan, often have happier populations due to their built environments. In contrast, car-centric cultures like the U.S. have lower walking rates and face challenges like unsafe streets and car-dependent infrastructure.
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