A Necessary Detour

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Recently, I’ve been hearing and reading about an exercise trend, called the Japanese Walking Method.

I decided that it’s more appropriate for me (while I continue with recovery from the accident injuries) vs returning to my previous power walking too soon.

So, for now anyways, it’s a bit of a detour, but a worthwhile one, according to my research.

You can read more about this walking method here .

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14 responses to “A Necessary Detour”

August 1, 2025

Edward Ortiz

Interesting! That’s the first time I’ve heard of it. Thank you for sharing, Terry.

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1. August 2, 2025
  
  Terry
  
  You’re very welcome, Edward! Have a great day!
  
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July 27, 2025

K. Ravindra

Fascinating idea!

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1. July 28, 2025
  
  Terry
  
  It’s certainly a way to achieve/maintain fitness in a fairly easy manner. Have a great day!
  
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July 26, 2025

Chuckster

I tried the Japanese Walking Method… but my titanium knees said sayon-ouch! 😅👣

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1. July 26, 2025
  
  Terry
  
  Oohh – I’d guess so, Chuckster. Enjoy your Saturday!
  
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July 25, 2025

Randy Schoener

Interesting concept!

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1. July 25, 2025
  
  Terry
  
  It sure is, Randy. According to my Fitbit and Map My Walk Apps … I’m burning the same calories with this method as I did with power walking, so it’s a much easier way to get the same benefits. Have a great day!
  
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July 25, 2025

annemariedemyen

I don’t know how consistent it is, but walking Molly is a constant slow, fast, occasional sudden stops and frequently sideway lurches. 🙄

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1. July 25, 2025
  
  Terry
  
  That probably works too, Anne. Have a fab day!
  
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July 25, 2025

explorenewness

Cool! I’ve learned something NEW today. I’ll have to try that too. Thanks!!!

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1. July 25, 2025
  
  Terry
  
  It’s sure an easier way to get the same benefits as power walking, Lenore. Hope you enjoy it! Have a fab day!
  
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July 25, 2025

Lana

Sounds good as you recover! Better safe than sorry 😀

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1. July 25, 2025
  
  Terry
  
  Thanks, Lana. It’s working very well! Instead of timing the 3 minute intervals, I’ve set up playlists that switch back and forth between slow and fast tempo songs. I’ve always paced my walks with music so this was a good solution for me. Have a fab day!
  
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