5 Miles to Nowhere

5 Miles to Nowhere

 

I have walked about 5 miles outdoors so far today; about half in my neighborhood before sunrise and the other half at lunchtime near where I work.  The net result of both walks was that I returned to where I had started; in essence I walked 5 miles to nowhere.  I suppose that sounds tedious or boring, but I thoroughly enjoy walking to keep myself in shape, even when it is over old, familiar ground. The seasons change, the weather varies, different dogs bark at me, my moods ebb and flow, my thoughts wander hither and yon, and the many colors I see in the sky continue to captivate me.  This seemingly mundane habit of walking once or twice a day has helped me to lose and now maintain my weight, brought me closer to the outdoors, provided an opportunity for engaging in deep, uninterrupted thought, and delivered some measure of peace to my active and sometimes troubled mind.  Maybe walking 5 miles to nowhere isn’t so boring after all.

 

RP

That is so cool, RP!   I want to walk, but with a total knee replacement that doesn't seem to be "right", I'm going to wait for dry, clean sidewalks.  Meanwhile, I am on my stationary bike each day, but it is boring!   I love reading about your peaceful, interesting, and constant walks. 

Mary!  So cool about 81 lbs! 
Congrats!!  Woo hoo!

I did the bike too for a time.  It really helped and my tummy was bettter for it among other places.  At the gym I listened to music that was with a strong beat.  I watched television too.  I kept pushing.

Maybe that helps?

RP....I would rather walk then any other form of exercise. I can't wait for the ice and snow to melt so I can be out there walking every morning again. I really miss it.

Walking to nowhere is just where I want to be!!

Hugs....connie d