Monday, April 30, 2012

What a beautiful day!  Sunshine and over 90 degrees.  I had to wait until evening for the sun to go down some before I could go for my walk.  Completed 3.2 miles.  I am happy with that.

Saturday, April 28, 2012

     Returned from Statesboro this afternoon.  We did a great deal of walking through different stores, doing our grocery shopping and couponing.  I did not keep track of how far we walked on Thursday and Friday, but I know it was a lot.  My body is tired from it.

     This evening Gabby and I walked for about an hour.  We covered about 3.5 miles.  I feel great.  Why does walking for health make me feel better than walking for groceries?  hmmmmm....

Monday, April 23, 2012

     Is this really day 28 of our walkabout?  This was so enjoyable, walking, talking with others walking.  I have lost 5 pounds in the last four weeks, my blood glucose numbers are coming down, and I feel mentally more alert.  I know I will keep on a walking program as long as I can.  I am really starting to like walking.

     I walked two and a half miles this evening.   I wanted to walk a little more than that, but I started too late and ended my walk in twilight.  I wouldn't give up my time babysitting my granddaughter this afternoon, and it was a little to chilly to take her out for  a walk.

Saturday, April 21, 2012

      I just finished a 3.2 mile walk around my neighborhood.   I saw people I have walked with in the past and met two new neighbors.  This was a very satisfying walk.  As I sit here typing, I hear the wind picking up and the rain is not far behind.  Finished just in time.  
      My feet feel great.  The rhythm fitness walkers are tops in my book.  You know what else I noticed?  The laces on these shoes do not come untied on their own. This may not be a big deal to some, but I hate double knotting my laces.  Just another reason to love my shoes.

Friday, April 20, 2012

I took a leisurely walk today pushing my granddaughter in her stroller.  It was a beautiful, sunny afternoon.  We both enjoyed being outside, enjoying nature. 

Thursday, April 19, 2012

I did it!!! Today was my first day of interval training (To start off, I walk 4 minutes, jog 1 minute, repeat 5 times)  After the first one minute jog, I felt pretty good.  After the second one minute jog, I thought I was going to give up.  My next four minute walk let me recover and I went on to finish all five reps with no problems.  Ended with a 5 minute cool down.  Two miles in 30 minutes.  I think I am going to like this. 

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

I had planned a great walk this morning. Was going to start my interval training.  Had my clothes all laid out, ready to go.  Got out of bed, ran to the door, and.....rain!!! It has rained all day, so I finally rode my stationary bike for a half hour.  My rhythm fitness walkers felt good pedaling, too.

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Another beautiful day in Middle Georgia.  I went for a two mile walk with my son's girlfriend.  It was a pleasant walk and chat for a Sunday evening.  I am enjoying my commitment to walking and sharing these walks with a variety of people and pets.

Saturday, April 14, 2012

I walked two miles today with my new walking buddy, my one year old granddaughter, Abby.  She loves to be outside and enjoys the sunshine.  These Rhythm Fitness Walkers are still wonderful.  I don't want to take them off; they are so comfortable.

Photos from Hilton Head Island, SC April 2012

April 8, 2012 - Easter Sunday

     I spent the weekend at my sister Dot's home in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.  Saturday, we took a three mile walk on the beach.  We had to walk into the wind for the first half of the walk. The return trip was much easier, I must admit.       After sunrise service this morning, we walked three miles to get back to her house.  The beach was so beautiful this morning; sunlight bouncing off the water and wet sand,with the tide coming in.  This was a true walkabout, not just a walk today.
     These Rhythm fitness walkers are great on sand, too.

Day 7

What a great day to walk!  Sun just starting to go down, clear skies, comfortable temperature.  As I started my walk, two neighbors were also walking so I joined them.  After we introduced ourselves,  I explained the walkabout and my journey.  I also had to tell them about these wonderful shoes.  They had questions about them and I was able to answer most of them.  Their company made the walk time go quickly.  We walked two miles together, and I headed for home.  I hope we run into each other again soon.

Day 6 - April 1

This afternoon, I went to the neighborhood behind me to walk.  Their road is a mile circle.  I did one lap - - I felt great.  I continued on for a second lap, completed it without resting and still felt great. This was a good start for the week.   I can't stop telling people about these shoes....my feet feel wonderful.