How much walking should I do??

[Kathi22]

I was told from a wise and caring member (ahem, Sherri) that I should walk as often as I can. Well this weekend will by my two week anniversary of walking 6 days per week. I have been doing 2 miles per day. The other day I did it twice and got in 4 miles! My first day it took me almost an hour to do 2 miles and within a few days and even now it takes me about 35 minutes, so I think I gained a good pace.

Anyone know what the recommended amount is per day? I want to make sure I am walking enough.

Thanks everyone!

[Every1LuvzAngie]

Re: How much walking should I do??

I personally think you are doing GREAT! Keep up the good work but I don't have any idea how much you're "supposed" to walk...

I just wanted to congratulate you

[frankenspine]

Re: How much walking should I do??

Most 'experts' recommend 5 miles a day. Don't overwork yourself. You can do this by wearing a pedometer and trying to reach 10,000 steps daily. Park as far from storefronts and work as possible. Take a ten minute walk on your lunch break. Take the stairs. It is amazing how fast it adds up.

[Kathi22]

Re: How much walking should I do??

Thanks frankenspine, I appreciate the effort tips and response!

[Sherri]

Re: How much walking should I do??

Great Job Kathie!!!
Did you know that walking is # 5 on the list for best aeorbic exercise? It is!
Here's a great site from the man that actually discovered aerobics www.cooperaerobics.com .
An hour a day is just fine Kathie. If you feel like doing more, then go for it! Though an hour is adequate.
I'm really proud of you Kathie.
Frankenspine brings up a good idea. Get a pedometer and click it on your clothing at your waiste. You'll be amazed of how many steps you're taking each day.
There's actually a Pedometer Challenge here that you can join aswell.
Again, REALLY PROUD OF YOU!!!
Sherri

[Kathi22]

Re: How much walking should I do??

Thanks Sherri! I don't post much because I don't get responses, so I definitely appreciate the feedback when received.

[TheMasterMind776]

Re: How much walking should I do??

Nike teamed up with ipod to make a great pedometer. I bought these sneakers. Which are light as a feather and I put the chip in my shoe. As I run, it tells me in my ear, how far, I've gone, how many calories, the time. It's amazingly accurate. Then on the nike site you can build a profile for yourself, you can create challenges and compete with others. It really makes it great.

[Sherri]

Re: How much walking should I do??

Nike teamed up with ipod to make a great pedometer. I bought these sneakers. Which are light as a feather and I put the chip in my shoe. As I run, it tells me in my ear, how far, I've gone, how many calories, the time. It's amazingly accurate. Then on the nike site you can build a profile for yourself, you can create challenges and compete with others. It really makes it great.

Thanks for sharing this info. That would be something I would be interested in getting.
Thanks, Sherri

[Kathi22]

Re: How much walking should I do??

wow mastermind, very cool, thank you!

[TheMasterMind776]

Re: How much walking should I do??

Just copy & paste this link

http://nikeplus.nike.com/nikeplus/index.jhtml?sitesrc=USLP