Zappos Blogs: Health and Fitness: Baby Boomers: Walk the Years Away
Please read this short article on the Zappos Blogs.
If you are over fifty, like me (WAY over 50), I do recommend walking as a way to start exercising.
Here are my tips for being a successful walker:
- Buy a great pair of walking sneakers or shoes
- Invest in good thick socks
- Start slowly–I began by getting off the bus one or two stops before my stop, and worked my way up from there. Then I picked a hill close by work–I live and work in Seattle, so I have a lot to choose from. I picked the hill to the downtown public library, which I go to a lot. That’s my reward.
- Don’t try to power walk right away, especially if you do not exercise often. Just enjoy yourself, and listen to your body.
And that’s it, in my book anyway.
I’ve lost about twenty pounds since January, and I’m joining the “Y” this winter so I can use the pool.
My health is better, overall, and my depressive symptoms are under control for the first time in years.
Give it a try!
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Congratulations on figuring out a walking plan that is working for you. Going to the gym also is a great step.
I write a blog for boomer consumers called The Survive and Thrive Boomer Guide at http://boomersurvive-thriveguide.typepad.com.
Rita
Thanks, Rita. I’ve got your blog on my blogroll.
Walking is a great way to stay in shape. The best thing is that you are able to cater your workout to how you feel that day. Some days you may need to take it slow, but get up and go , check out the your neighborhood and enjoy the fresh air.
Live Strong!