Archive for August, 2008

Walking My Way to Weight Loss (2008-8-31)

So I’m walking to lose weight…again! Not really. I like to remind myself that this is the overall goal but the rest of the time I’m all about making this a good feeling activity which enhances my everyday life and to then devote some time to organizing it that way. I’ve looked at different options [...]

Setting Goals (2008-8-27)

As I get ready to put more fun into my regular walking program I’m investigating pedometers. It’s too soon for a decision. I’ve set myself a goal to do a special walk on each weekend during September. Once I have my pedometer the mileage will take care of itself. Up until now I’ve simply been [...]

Am I walking to lose weight or playing? (2008-8-25)

Having fun helps! And remembering what it was like as a child. Or watch children at play. They play until exhausted because it is fun. And what is a major part of playing outside? Action! Pretend games! How do we get a child to do something they are resisting? We make it into a game!A [...]

Getting started! on walking to lose weight. (2008-8-20)

It’s a good idea to know why you are walking. At some point in your life has it all seemed too hard? Yes you want to lose weight. Yes you want to be a healthy person. You concede that this probably requires discipline. But getting “it” together longer than a week seems increasingly difficult. Well [...]

Take a Walk! (2008-8-18)

I’m always looking for ways to keep walking fun, at the same time as walking to lose weight. I want to be constantly enjoying both the activity itself and the anticipation of doing it. Occasionally adding in a special event centred on walking is a great way to boost your enthusiasm. Something like a visit [...]