So, I thought I’d try something new (lol! – I’m ALWAYS trying something new!) Circumstances are currently such that a part time job is advisable. I have a couple of things in the works, but I’m a big believer living in your gifts, rather than just “getting a job”. So, while I wait to see the outcome of a couple of very...

I’ve had such a struggle with walking this winter. I convinced myself to go out today and brave the ice with my funky ice-pick straps that actually work with Vibrams (though only just – they are a bit finicky and need lots of readjusting, which is still better than cracking my head open on the sidewalk). I checked the temperature (-12°C or 10°F) on...

I completed level 2 in my training on Saturday by participating in a 10k race for a local church here. Even without the 1˚C (33.8˚F) temperature and brisk winter wind, it was an interesting experience. I warmed up well, started out by climbing up a reasonably steep but short hill, and proceeded through what was a beautiful, not-terribly-strenuous walk to complete...

I’ve spent months researching training programs for walking. I’ve spent weeks setting one up and working it into my schedule. I’ve spent about a month trying it out. It won’t work. Currently I’m spending a large chunk of my morning in devotional time – prayer, worship, bible study, etc. Following that, I usually go for my walk. ...

On Friday I came across this excellent article that talks about the importance of balance: “Overtraining: A Good Thing Gone Bad” When I was in training for my marathon last October I learned first hand about the joys of overtraining, and it was during that time that I learned about the “Maffetone Method”. This method of training pretty much...