Move Happier: Tips for Getting Regular Exercise, How Walking Helps You Think, Plus Can Your Garden Be an Accountability Partner?(Bonus)

We discuss the biggest obstacles to moving more this summer with Sarah Fain from the “Happier in Hollywood” podcast, and share practical strategies for getting regular exercise.

This special episode is part of the Move 26 in ‘26 challenge to help all of us find more ways to move every day.

  • Try This at Home: Identify your biggest obstacle to movement — Figure out what’s getting in the way of moving more, so you can find a solution that works for you.
  • Deep Dive: Tips for getting regular exercise — we talk about practical strategies for making movement easier: scheduling workouts, lowering the bar, embracing accountability, convenience, and fresh starts.
  • Take a Hike: Take a loop — Elizabeth and Sarah discuss why taking a short walk around the block can help you think more clearly, get unstuck, and return to your work with fresh ideas.


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