Who wants to do this??? Sounds fun!!!

Ok, I saw some posts about walking! I saw this on another site! Thought i would share! If you'd like to check out the other site it is www.wlslifestyles.com it was interesting too! Once on there I checked the walk for obesity, this is what it said under the training part! What about getting a TEAM together and doing this as the HOOSIER LOSERS- this could be our social for that month! We could get some matching t-shirts, what do ya think? I am in! Who cares to join me? I walk better and further with a partner- PLEASE help! Hugzs Dawn Please keep scrolling down if you don't want to read it all- it gives a sample of distances to walk each day for training- this sounds pretty doable, and for those who can walk farther they could adjust this schedule to fit their distance needs! Participating in the Walk from ObesitySM is a great way to support the missions of the ASBS Foundation and OAC to improve the lives of millions of people suffering from obesity. With your help, we can educate the public, our government, and medical professionals about the devastating effects of the disease, and provide support for ongoing research into safe and effective treatments. This is also an opportunity for you to begin an exercise program that can improve your health and the quality of your life! If you do not already exercise regularly, follow the simple steps below to begin a gentle walking program that will prepare you for the Walk from Obesity, and introduce you to the benefits of regular physical activity. 1. Check with Your Doctor. Check with your physician before beginning this, or any other, exercise program. It is important to start slowly and make sure there are no medical conditions that could put you at unnecessary risk. 2. Learn to Exercise Safely. Learn to find your pulse and calculate your target heart rate (see the "Monitoring Exertion" sidebar at right). Remember to check your heart rate before, during, and after exercise to make sure that you are receiving aerobic benefit while avoiding overexertion. If you develop any of the following symptoms, discontinue your exercise session and contact your physician immediately: tightness or pain in the chest or surrounding areas severe breathlessness feeling lightheaded or dizzy loss of muscle control nausea or vomiting 3. Plan to Succeed. It can be difficult to start exercising regularly, especially after a long period of inactivity. Your chances of success will increase by recognizing this fact, and planning to make your walks as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Wear the right clothing and footwear. Choose comfortable, lightweight, loose clothing that does not interfere with your breathing. Avoid materials like polyester and vinyl, which do not "breathe" and could prevent your body from cooling itself. Wear professionally-fitted, good quality walking or running shoes. Injury or discomfort caused by inappropriate footwear will spoil an exercise program, no matter how motivated you are! Choose a pleasant setting. Exercise does not mean having to suffer! If you are planning to walk, pick routes that you will enjoy. Attractive surroundings, the sounds of birds or water, the smells of flowers or cut grass can all improve your mood and help to make exercise a more positive experience. Walk with a friend. Walking with a friend, or in a group, can make the activity more enjoyable. You can motivate and encourage each other and make sure that all involved are exercising safely. Take it one step at a time. Don't focus exclusively on long-term goals. If you get discouraged and stop exercising, you will never reach your goal! Your program is a process of achieving results in small, realistic steps. If you stick with it, you will be amazed at what you can achieve! 4. Warm Up. A simple three to five minute warmup routine to slowly raise your heart rate and gently stretch your muscles can significantly reduce the danger of injury during exercise. Start by walking in place, to loosen your hips and increase blood flow to your mucles and joints. Breathing deeply and easily, incorporate some gentle arm swings and shoulder rolls to help relax your upper body. 5. Walk! The following 10-week program is a gentle introduction to walking for exercise. By the end of it, you should have no problem completing the Walk from Obesity -- and enjoying the event! Walk Safety: Monitoring Exertion Find your pulse. Press your index and middle fingers lightly on your neck, just below your jawbone. It does take some practice, so you may not be able to find your pulse right away. Another method: press your right index and middle fingers lightly on your left wrist, below your left thumb. If, after practicing, you are not able to reliably find your pulse using either method, get help from your doctor or local health club trainer. Check your pulse rate. Once you have found your pulse, count the number of beats in ten seconds. Multiply by six to get your approximate heart rate in beats per minute. Calculate your target heart rate. A quick estimate of your maximum heart rate is 220 minus your age. Your target heart rate during exercise is between 0.6 and 0.8 times your estimated maximum heart rate. Note: If you are currently taking beta blockers or another medication that slows heart rate, consult your physician for advice regarding exercise monitoring and overexertion. Another, less accurate but convenient, measure of intensity is the "talk test". If you are so winded that you cannot talk during your walk, you are probably exercising too hard. Check your pulse during exercise. While walking, check your heart rate every 5 minutes until you are used to the rate. Later, you may only need to check it once or twice each walk. If your heart rate is above your target rate, slow down. If it is below your target rate, pick up the pace. Check your pulse after exercise. Your heart rate should return to normal within 10 minutes after your walk. If it is still elevated, reduce the intensity of your next walk. Check your breathing rate after exercise. If you are still short of breath 10 minutes after your walk, you were working too hard. Next time, take it easier. Week Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 1 1/4 mile Rest 1/4 mile 1/4 mile Rest 1/4 mile 1/2 mile 2 Rest 1/2 mile Rest 1/4 mile 1/2 mile Rest 1/2 mile 3 3/4 mile Rest 3/4 mile 1/2 mile Rest 3/4 mile Rest 4 1 mile Rest 1 mile Rest 3/4 mile 1 mile Rest 5 1 1/4 miles Rest 1 1/4 miles 1 mile Rest 1 mile 1 mile 6 Rest 1 1/2 miles 1 mile Rest 1 1/2 miles 1 mile Rest 7 2 miles Rest 1 1/4 miles 1 mile Rest 2 miles 1 1/2 miles 8 Rest 1 1/4 miles 2 1/4 miles Rest 2 miles 1 1/2 miles Rest 9 2 1/2 miles Rest 1 1/2 miles 1 1/2 miles Rest 2 1/4 miles 1 1/2 miles 10 Rest 1 1/2 miles 2 miles Rest 2 miles 1 mile 3 miles 6. Cool Down. After your walk, repeat the movements of your warmup for a few minutes. This "cool down" period allows your heart rate to slowly decrease and helps to prevent pooling of blood in your muscles that may lead to dizziness or soreness. 7. Keep Exercising! Once you have completed the Walk from Obesity, don't stop exercising! You have spent 10 weeks developing a healthy habit that you can build upon for a lifetime. You may wish to try other forms of exercise to complement your regular walks. Cycling or swimming, even strength training with weights, can add benefit and variety to your fitness routine. Be sure to check with your doctor before adding more strenuous activities to your exercise routine. *** The program outlined above does not address specific medical conditions and should not be used as a substitute for the advice of a Physician. Please consult your Doctor before beginning this, or any other, exercise program. ***

I would love to do this Dawn, but when is the race, where, how much to register, and how long? I didn't see any of that in the post. Jessyca

Id need that info too. Im interested, but gotta have a date and prices. I should be olay as it doesnt interfere with any upcoming Harry Potter goodness. Yes, I'm a Harry Potter nerd, and lots of HP stuff coming up this summer!

I have sent a request for info into the person setting things up! The date and all is not posted yet- however from what I have heard they are usually in September and October! Will put the rest of the info up when I receive it! Just wanted to see if any others would be interested in getting a team together! Thanks- Hugz Dawn

Dawn I'm interested as well. When you get all the info let me know as well..Take care Dawn

I am interested also. I am also trying to get a team together for the walk for diabetics, this is a $15.00 registeration fee, and we have until September if I can get even people together for a walk in Indy. I will have more information on this in a few weeks. See you Saturday.

Count me in also. Need all the information as well. Have alot going on this summer but would love to do this.

Will post the information as soon as I get it. Thanks Cindy

i'm all in