Walking Long Distance
Let's Go Walking!
I have dreamed of being a long distance walker and just never declared that I am a long distance walker. One draw back for a lot of people is that it takes time (hours plus minutes) to accomplish long distance walking. It takes planning in what your distance will be to accomplish your goal. You must be realistic about setting your goals. If you are a beginner long distance walker, don’t set your goal as walking around the world (in steps). Just begin at whatever level you happen to be at right now and that is based on your time and your fitness level. For example: I am going to start by walking across the State of Indiana. In order to track your miles or steps you walk, invest in a pedometer – it does the work for you.
Step 1: Look up the mileage of the place you want to walk to; such as the width of your state.
Step 2: Figure out how many steps/miles you can do in a day.
Step 3: Set a deadline based on results of Steps #1 and 2 on how long it would take you to walk that distance and write your deadline date down….and review it to recognize your achievement each day.
Step 4: Have a reward waiting for you when you achieve your goal. Have a celebration with friends and family OR purchase a new pair of walking shoes and socks OR just acknowledge you have a healthier body and you will plan your next long distance walking experience.
One of the best things I like is that there are so many types of walking to choose from and this is just one. This type inspires you to keep walking because there is a goal. Be sure to keep a journal recording of your experiences to leave your family or print it for publication for others to enjoy. Make it interesting and inspiring and fun.
