Happy Thanksgiving!

Today was a test. It was cool (38 degrees) and it had been raining for nearly 24 hours. Avari and I ventured out for a great barefoot walk for about twenty minutes or so. She had not had a walk for two days because of the rain, and she had a lot of energy. I figured that I needed to burn a few calories before the feast this afternoon.

Walking in the cold and wet is invigorating, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I have been drinking orange juice every day and I figure that as long as I keep my hands dry and somewhat warm, I will be doing well and will make it on my barefoot walking adventures. My plan is to incorporate a bit of jogging/running around Spring, but will be content with walking for now.

Have a Great Thanksgiving, everybody!

And Thus The Temperature Drops

The barefoot walk that I took with Avari (the puppy) was 38 degrees the other morning. It wasn't too uncomfortable for me, as she certainly didn't mind. I figure that if she can walk outside without shoes or socks, I could as well.

And so it goes.

One of the added benefits of exercising outdoors barefoot is that one becomes less and less dependent on the outside temperature and more dependent upon one's internal temperature. This ensures that one can stay cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.