Run Forrest, run!
terence
Posts: 119
I think I may be turning into Forrest Gump. Being an academic overseas, I have plenty of free time. I plan my daily activities (shopping, Starbucks, etc) to optimise my walking. I rarely take the subway anymore, preferring to walk for an hour each way, if necessary.
The only trouble is, I've found it addictive. I know I should have alternate 'days-off', however, when I stroll down to the local shop, I can't stop myself. I end up miles away from my intended destination. I know every store and backstreet in my part of Beijing.
I'm averaging a couple of hours walking a day (sometimes 3 hours or more). My life has become a treadmill.
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The only trouble is, I've found it addictive. I know I should have alternate 'days-off', however, when I stroll down to the local shop, I can't stop myself. I end up miles away from my intended destination. I know every store and backstreet in my part of Beijing.
I'm averaging a couple of hours walking a day (sometimes 3 hours or more). My life has become a treadmill.
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:drinker: good for you!0
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That's good for you. But on the other hand, if you need to get your cardio up to burn fat, it will take more effort to do so than just walking.0
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One of my playlist's is called "run forrest run!" lol Thats great for you, keep it up!
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That's a great habit to be in!!!0
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Big UPz 2 u ma:flowerforyou:0
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2-3 hours WOW that is just fantastic!!! Walking is such a great way to get in shape.
Many moons ago I was a young professional on my own in the big city of Chicago. During the spring and summer months I walked all over that city, it was just such fun to go on adventures, see beautiful architecture, wander museums and of course window-shop. (Hey, I was just starting out)
Each evening I would begin my walk o the L train/subway and like you find myself miles away sort of headed in the direction of my home. I became very fit because after a few months, the pounds just melted off me and my stamina was through the roof. <Ahhh I miss those days>. Unfortunately, for me autumn then winter would set in and, being a southern girl, I would hibernate for the next 6 months.
So, YOU keep up the great work! And enjoy your explorations, you are in a very lucky situation so kudos for you for taking full advantage!0 -
Yes, you capture the mood and feeling even better than I did. Best of luck. Terence0
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But, oh, my poor blistered feet! :happy:0
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