Ozark Christian Living
Family Life & Homemaker's Guide
12 Week
Walking Program
Let us set aside the weight and inches that so easily beset us and drains our energy!
February Health Habit:
Drinking plenty of water is essential in working
towards the New Year's resolutions for weight loss and
committing a healthier lifestyle. Many of the activities
that we could add to our lives like eating more healthy, and
exercising become ineffective if we are not drinking
enough water. Many health professionals recommend 64
ounces a day, and if weight loss is the goal, some recommend 1/2
oz per pound of body weight. So... drink up:)
Begin by recording your weight, measurements, and body mass index. Click Stats for a form that can be used for this, with helpful charts at the bottom to see where you are at. We will also record statistics at the end of weeks four, eight, and twelve. This program starts out easy then quickly accelerates to a faster pace and frequency. Remember these are just helpful guidelines. Please consult your physician for what is right for you.
Ground Rules
- Wear good walking shoes. Read about Which shoes are best for walking.
- Before jumping right into a walking routing read about How to Walk.
- Drink at least 8 ounces of water before, during, and after walking to keep your muscles hydrated.
- Weigh at the beginning of each week, and record a + or - pounds.
- Walk alone, with a friend, as a group, with your kids; just remember to keep up the pace for the assigned time and then slow down.
- Walk outside (the days are getting longer and the temperatures warmer) or inside on a treadmill, with a walking video, it all counts.
- Cool down your muscles with stretching exercises after walking.
- No excuses and no whining, if you messed up, just jump back in.