Walking around

Wednesday I worked at the church acting like a pastor . Around 3 p.m. I had to get my son and take him to a doctor's visit. When we got to the doctor's office I spent a few minutes walking around the huge parking lot and listening to an audio book. But, it was only about 15 minutes.
Later, when we got back to the church, I gathered my prayer list and began walking around the church. Again, I was praying my ecumenical rosary and praising God that it was warmer than in the morning. At first the walking helped my back muscles loosen up, but the longer I walked the less benefit I gained. So, I only got in about 20 minutes of walking. The best part was the time I spent with God.
I learned that sometimes we must start our fitness journey a little more slowly than we might have hoped. I feel like I give it my best but I have learned to listen to my body. When it starts screaming, then I slow down. That way I can walk another day.

Bicycle instead of walking

Today my son and I went to the Arkansas River (Little Rock side) with our bicycles and grandson Alex. Jon Paul does not have a bicycle but he planned to stay with Alex and keep him balanced. Alex may have ridden a bicycle two or three times in his four years of life.
While they were going "four-year-old slow" I would ride in a circle around Alex and Jon Paul. It was fun for all of us! Having fun while exercising is a great way to get fit. There are some commercials on television encouraging people to get out and play. I recommend bicycling as one of those play times.
We rode around for about 30 minutes and had a great time in the sunshine. Just imagine - we got exercise and a generous dose of Vitamin D!

3.22.11

I have discovered that it is a challenge to restart an "exercise" program once I have stopped. But, the pain in my leg and then the pain in my back really slowed me down. I am glad to report that I have restarted my walking campaign.
Yesterday I walked around the church parking lot. It was quite convenient considering I was already working at the office. It was a relatively easy walk even if it was a bit boring - going around and around. The beauty of blooming flowers and trees prevented the walk from being as boring as being indoors. I was able to travel about one and a half miles in 40 minutes. I thought it was good.
As I walked I listened to the gospel of Matthew chapters 23 through 27. It is good to hear the word of God. I encourage you to try it as part of your Bible reading plan. I think it was the Apostle Paul who declared "faith comes from hearing" so listening to the Bible can increase your faith.

I'm Back!

I can imagine that some of you may have thought I had quit walking. First the sciatica nerve in my right leg caused more pain than I wanted to walk through. Then, for no reason at all, the muscles in my lower back injured themselves (I'm sure I didn't do it).

I went to the chiropractor several times. The last time (Monday) he said that walking would help restore strength and heal my back. Hallelujah! So, today I went to the Little Rock side of the Arkansas River where there is a paved walkway called the "Medical Mile." I decided to walk that and see the sights along the river. I spent about 40 minutes walking slow today. It felt great! The only pain now is in my feet, but that is usual.
Again, this is going to be fun.