A couple of years ago I got a call from the Heart and Stroke foundation.  A lovely man was on the other end, and asked quite apologetically if I would be able to canvass for them that year (in February).  The routes were very small, he assured me, and I’d have two whole weeks to get it done, and my own street was available if I’d like to do it. He must...

I’ve been participating regularly in the “10,000 Steps” community over the past couple of months. They have some fun and motivating ways to keep you walking, one if which is the “Million Steps Challenge”. Every Time you log 1,000,000 steps they send you a certificate. I got mine on the 16th. My next one is due in...

So, hopefully you have your cool little pedometer. Now you just need to get out and walk! Here’s a fun bit of motivation – though perhaps a little “off-season”! That should put a bit of a spring in your step! LOL! I would recommend just working this week on “getting more active”. No need to try to schedule a regular...

How’s the journaling coming? Do you know where you are yet? Today I want to introduce you to a new friend. This tool will help you create awareness for physical movement. Who is it? Your friendly pedometer! This little guy clips on to your waistband and counts your steps. According to Health Canada you need to aim for 10,000 (about 5 miles or 8 km) steps...