Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition 3072: The Zen of Running, and 10 Ways to Make It Work for You by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits
Aug 4, 2025
Running can transform into a moving meditation, bringing peace and clarity. Leo Babauta shares ten mindful practices to make running rewarding and sustainable. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on breathing and the rhythm of your steps. Discover how cultivating awareness can enhance your running experience while offering insights on finding focus through rhythmic movement. This episode encourages you to embrace running not just as exercise, but as a therapy and a time for contemplation.
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Running as Moving Meditation
- Leo Babauta uses running as his form of meditation to stay centered and find peace.
- He practices two types: concentration on the present and contemplation on his life and work.
Practice Concentration in Bursts
- Practice concentration during running by focusing on breathing and bodily sensations.
- Start with short bursts of concentration, gradually increasing duration with practice.
Schedule Daily Exercise Time
- Aim to exercise daily by scheduling a fixed time for running or other activities.
- Alternate hard and easy days to build sustainability for daily practice.