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Sun, 07-27-2003 - 8:37pm
Nancy, mentioned that this discussion board would be of interest to me. I have been enjoying your discussions today. One of my favorite forms of relaxation is walking up and down the streets of the small town that I live in listening to novels. I never liked to exercise but about 6 years ago, while planning a vacation to the Atlantic Ocean, I realized that I was not in shape to walk any distance on the beach. I figured if I could get my mind on something else I could get my self in shape. I discovered a books on tape rental site for good books. So I began to "read" and walk. When the vacation arrived, I was able to stroll for miles on the beach and have been walking and "reading" ever since. I was wondering if I might join in your discussions from time to time?
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In reply to: oahe
Mon, 07-28-2003 - 6:25am
That's a great idea. Welcome to Getting FIt Over 40.


Phyllis

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Mon, 07-28-2003 - 8:40am
Hi & welcome! Of course we'd love to have you post, and we hope to see you more often than "time to time". I've been here since late Jan/early Feb, and this is the first board I stop at every day - and several times a day. The gals here are wonderful, and I wouldn't be where I am without them. I'm glad you've found something that works so well for you; that's often the biggest obstacle for people aspiring to get into shape.

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Mon, 07-28-2003 - 8:42am
And welcome to you, too! Hope to see you post more frequently.

Cussette

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Mon, 07-28-2003 - 8:51am
Absolutely! Welcome aboard. You've hit on a great way to stick to your exercise by finding something that you like to do. I've never tried the books on tape. Sounds like you're headed in the right direction.

Lori

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Mon, 07-28-2003 - 8:57am
Welcome Oahe and Ladypa!

We'd love to hear from you when you can check in. Love the audio books idea. I'd definitely get lost in the book also, like reading until 2 am to finish a critical chapter; I could see me standing on the walkway or sitting on the front steps waiting for the end.

Have fun walking!

Donna

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Mon, 07-28-2003 - 10:10am
Welcome, we all know that busy life style well. Heck we are women, is there any other way. Well welcome to the group, we look forward to hearing and knowing you better. Your book idea has caught some attention and its a great idea. Never thought of it myself. Thanks for sharing. Keep up the great walks.


Deb

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Mon, 07-28-2003 - 10:38am
I discovered walking and reading myself a few years ago. Isn't it great? I also do laundry, dishes and clean my house while reading - the time just flies by.

Faith

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