At this rate it will take me years to walk the trail

well I got 5 miles of walking in.  I have the best intentions ot walk daily it just doesn't happen.  I will find the magic one day and then look out I'll be like Forrest Gump and just keep on a walking.   My goal is to double by next week to a minimum of 10 miles. 

You beat me, I only got 3 miles in =)  I think 10 is a good goal!  I will join you!

we will have to think of a great way to reward ourselves when we accomplish our 10 mile goal.  Maybe treat ourselves to a new pair of capri's for spring or for me one thing I'm in need of is spring/summer tops.  When I reach my 100 mile mark on the trail, I will be purchasing a new pair of sneakers.   

The fact that you are doing it and getting moving speaks volumes!!!! don't beat yourself up over what you have not yet accomplished, but celebrate what you have accomplished and continue to change to move yourself closer to your goals. Maybe set smaller goals for yourself? You WILL walk that trail. Maybe not today and perhaps not tomorrow, but you will!!!! I think 5 miles is AWESOME!!!!! and thanks for the laugh about forrest ( i love that movie)...

chin up... you can do this!!!!!!

Cari

Cari, thanks.. I have a bad habbit of looking at the big picture and it consumes me at times I need to look at the small steps it takes to reach the big picture.   thanks again.  Maria

If you don't have one get a step counter and work your way up to 10,000 steps.  You will be surprised how many miles you walk a day 

Take care,
Kathy

Kathy great tip.  I have about 3 pedometers somewhere in a box in the basement.    One of my goals is to clean the clutter in my basement so now I have more of a reason for getting to action down there.  Thanks again, Maria

You are doing it and that is what is important.  Consistency and persistence are what matter and you've got that going for you. 

Congratulations on the 5 miles. 

Cathy

Cathy, thanks.. I am at times my own worst enemy.. In my mind I know what I'm capable of doing and then get mad when I don't accomplish what I want.    Are we all harder on ourselves than we are on other people.  Does that make sense.  Someday I hope I can just be at peace with myself and stop the beating up... Wow where did that come from.. Maybe by speaking what is in my head it will help me get beyond the thoughts.  is this making any sense at all.  I think I'm going to go for a walk..

Thanks for the congrats..   Maria

If it's going to take you a year, it's going to take me 10 years LOL  I walked 2 miles today and thought I was doing great - well, that's not quite right - I KNOW I was doing great because I haven't walked for a while and throught I'd only be able to walk one mile

Give yourself a giant pat on the back  You've earned it!!!!