Science Meets Simplicity

Discover the real story behind the 10,000-step movement and learn what current research says about daily step goals, intensity, and long-term health benefits.

Build Personalized Walking Programs

Learn to use the F.I.T.T. Principle, step progression, stride calculations, and intensity guidelines to create safe and effective walking programs for any fitness level.

Coach Movement for Life

Help clients improve cardiovascular health, mobility, confidence, and daily activity through one of the world's most accessible and sustainable forms of exercise.

About This Workshop

Walking is one of the simplest and most effective forms of physical activity—but getting the greatest health benefits requires more than simply counting steps. In this workshop, you'll explore the origins of the 10,000-step movement, examine the evidence behind modern step-count recommendations, and learn how to prescribe walking using sound exercise science. You'll discover how to apply the F.I.T.T. Principle, measure intensity using heart rate and Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE), calculate stride distance, and safely progress walking programs for a variety of fitness levels. Whether you're a fitness professional, health coach, or someone looking to improve your own health, this workshop provides practical tools, coaching strategies, and downloadable resources to help transform everyday walking into a personalized, progressive, and sustainable fitness program.

About Your Instructor

Coach Kim Bond has spent more than 35 years helping people build healthier, more active lives through practical, evidence-informed fitness education. As a BCRPA Trainer of Fitness Leaders, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, and Active Aging Specialist, she has educated thousands of fitness professionals and coached clients of all ages to move with confidence. Living in British Columbia's South Central Interior, Kim spends much of her personal time exploring local hiking trails and experiencing firsthand the physical and mental health benefits of walking in nature. Her passion for the outdoors, combined with decades of coaching experience, brings real-world insight to this workshop—helping you turn everyday walking into a purposeful, progressive, and sustainable fitness program.

What You'll Learn

1 Chapter · 10 Lessons

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      Welcome to True North West Academy

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      Learn ON the Go

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      Presentation - Lecture

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      Presentation Slide Deck

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      Knowledge Builder Activity - Calories Burned & Step Calculator

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      Coaches Toolkit - 30 Day Walking Challenge

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      Quiz

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      Help Shape Future Workshops

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      Join the Coaches Education Exchange

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      Congratulations! You've Completed Your Workshop

Take the First Step Toward Better Health

Discover how to turn everyday walking into a science-backed fitness strategy. Enroll today and start building walking programs that create lasting results.

$67.00

Start Walking Smarter