Unfortunately, we are part of a "convenience" society where we rarely have to walk if we really do not want to because we have Vehicles, Drive-Thrus, Moving Walkways, Golf Carts, Email/Texting and Rolling Chairs. If we are not using our legs then we are not moving in the way our bodies were intended to.....ever heard of the phrase "use it or lose it?" We need to use those legs by walking regularly. If walking is not part of your regular routine, let's get started now!
Check out this website: Start Walking Now by the American Heart Association for more information about National Start! Walking Day. You will even find a toolkit for your place of work or group/organization so you can help support each other.
Need a goal?
April 27, 2011 is National Walk @ Lunch Day! Clear your calendar of any lunch meetings or appointments that day and schedule a 60 minute walk instead. If you start walking today, make it a goal to work up to 60 minutes by April 27th.
Find a cause to support by walking! 5K Walks are popular as well as Marathon Walking Relay Teams. Check your local events calendar for ideas.
Start small by walking to your mailbox, then to the neighbor's driveway, then to the end of the street, then around the block....before you know it you will have established a regular walking routine and you will have more energy and a stronger heart!
Scout out a trail and make a plan to work up to walking the entire length of the trail.
Let's Go! Today's the day to grab your tennis shoes and get up from your desk or your couch and get moving!
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