Walking Meditation

Instructions

  • Decide on an amount of time to engage in your walking meditation.

  • Start with the left foot.

  • Pick up the left foot as you walk.

  • Feel the foot from heel to toe as you walk.

  • Switch to the right foot, heel to toe.

  • Notice any internal sensations in the mind and body as you move.

  • Notice any external sensations in the mind and body as you notice yourself in your surroundings.

  • As thoughts come up in the mind, focus on what’s happening around you to bring yourself back to the present moment.

  • As you feel moved to do so, stop for five breaths.

  • Continue walking until the end of your meditation time. 

Modifications

  • N/A

Contraindications

Type of pose

  • Meditation

Parts of Body Benefited