by Connie DeLaVergne on December 17, 2010
Nine days before Christmas is a busy time of year for most people and Pacific Northwest weather can be less than inviting about now. I understand why nobody showed for our Thursday morning walk yesterday. It makes perfect sense to me because trust me when I tell you it was difficult getting my girth out [...]
by Connie DeLaVergne on November 15, 2010
We’ve all been there and done that. We actually can’t help ourselves. It is so much a part of American culture and so firmly connected to the collective mindset that it’s almost impossible not to indulge or have a wee bit more than you probably should . . . so ease up on yourself, my friends. You know that [...]
by Connie DeLaVergne on September 25, 2010
6.2 miles 1 hour 45 minutes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 13559 steps 471 kcals Lake Boren Park A major perk to getting your body outside of a building to exercise, by taking a walk for example, is the views you get to see along the way, and today’s organized walk [...]
by Connie DeLaVergne on September 21, 2010
The rain fell rapidly and in copious quantities as I climbed into bed on the night of September 17. “We’re Northwest girls,” I remembered my friend JaneEllen saying “and not sugar, we won’t melt.” It was coming down really hard, though, and no matter how accustomed I am to all-weather exercise, it can pour too [...]
by Connie DeLaVergne on September 2, 2010
Early Morning Walks Are Cancelled Thursday morning walks at KC have shifted to Thursday evening walks and will begin at Skyridge Park on March 24, 2011. Why you ask? Because I got a job and am no longer available in the mornings. But that’s no reason you can’t continue to meet at Kelsey Creek park [...]
by Connie DeLaVergne on August 16, 2010
The turnout for the Sunday August 29 Group Walk was small · But it was great to Meet The Neighbors · We especially enjoyed the generous and lengthy Guided Tour of KBCS 91.3 FM Community Radio by General Manager, Steve Ramsey · I did not realize just how valuable a resource KBCS 91.3 fm is [...]
by Connie DeLaVergne on August 13, 2010
In lieu of the fact that our beloved fitness instructor, Karie Underwood, is taking another vacation this summer, I am organizing a couple walks for my fellow Boot Campers, and anyone else who would like to join us. These walks will take place during class time. They are intended to give us a thorough workout [...]
by Connie DeLaVergne on August 11, 2010
2.84 Miles 1 Hour 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 8044 steps Featured Businesses: Bellevue College · KBCS 91.3 fm · Hotel Sierra Everybody knows that walking is good for your body. What’s not as obvious is how easy it is to know a place when you take the time to [...]
by Connie DeLaVergne on July 14, 2010
This is a group led walk for Feet First to help promote walking communities. It starts at 8:30 AM and will last about 2 hours. If you want to read a detailed description of the route visit College Hill Combo. Hope you can make it!
by Connie DeLaVergne on July 11, 2010
1.25 miles 20-30 minutes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2705 steps 100 kcals Bellevue Botanical Garden This is the perfect walking route for City University folks who want to move their bodies but are short on time. It’s called C-U Soon and it was specifically designed for the busy professional [...]