I always say that Pilates and walking are the perfect combination for feeling lean, balanced, and grounded. Both are low-impact, help regulate hormones, and naturally lower stress. A gentle yet powerful way to support your body and mind every day.
A daily walk is one of my favorite ways to reset. It’s simple, free, and instantly shifts how I feel both physically and mentally. I try to hit 10k steps most days, not just to move my body but to clear my head and create a little space from screens and noise.
I’m a big believer in habit stacking, so adding a great podcast on top of my walk feels like the easiest way to level up. It turns something I already do for my body into something that also feeds my mind. Whether I’m craving motivation, clarity, or just a good story, I love finishing a walk feeling like I’ve learned something new or shifted my mindset in a small but meaningful way.
So, I’ve handpicked five podcast episodes that I genuinely love listening to while walking. Each one has a specific theme, from success and self-awareness to creativity and mindset, so you can match what you listen to with how you’re feeling that day.
Success & Motivation
Podcast: On Purpose with Jay Shetty
Episode: The 15 Minute Morning Reset
This one’s an instant recharge. Jay breaks down small, practical habits that help you feel more rested, grounded, and focused throughout your day, like box breathing, micro-breaks, and the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding method. You’ll learn how to redefine rest as a need, not a reward, and walk away (literally) with actionable tools to release guilt around slowing down.
Podcast: The School of Greatness with Lewis Howes
Episode: The #1 Most Powerful Tool You Have for Health and Longevity
Guest, Dr. Kevin Tracey, a pioneering neurosurgeon, breaks down the incredible power of the vagus nerve, the system that controls your body’s automatic processes like heart rate, inflammation, and immunity. His research on how stimulating this nerve can heal chronic pain and autoimmune issues will change how you think about the mind-body connection and give you simple ways to nurture internal healing through your daily habits.
Authenticity & Failure
Podcast: Aspire with Emma Grede
Episode: Emma’s Blueprint: 10 Principles That Can Change Your Life
Emma Grede (co-founder of Good American and SKIMS) gets raw about her journey as an entrepreneur, leader, and mother. She shares ten principles that helped her embrace vulnerability, own her strengths, and face her past head-on. Expect clarity, confidence, and the kind of honesty that reminds you to carve your own path on your own terms.
Podcast: How To Fail with Elizabeth Day
Episode: Navigating Your 20s with Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Lily Allen
This episode hits especially hard if you’re in a season of uncertainty. Elizabeth and her guests dive into the chaos and lessons of your 20s, figuring out who you are, what you want, and how to handle failure without falling apart. It’s honest, funny, and deeply human, a perfect companion for a walk when you need comfort, perspective, and a reminder that everyone’s figuring it out.
Daily Motivation & Creativity
Podcast: The Mel Robbins Podcast
Episode: 4 Steps to Unlock Your Creativity & Feel More Inspired Every Day
If you’re feeling stuck or uninspired, this episode is your reset button. Mel and guest Phil Cook (musician and songwriter) break down four steps to unlock creativity and reconnect with your intuition. You’ll learn how to quiet mental noise, make faster decisions, and reignite inspiration, so your walk becomes more than movement; it’s momentum.
If you’re feeling inspired to keep that mind-body connection going, try one of the Moving Meditation classes on T — F Studio to complement your walk. They’re grounding, restorative, and perfect for days when you want to move with intention rather than intensity.