We tend to get caught up talking about fitness and often neglect the payoff of being in good health and functionally fit. This is about using the fitness we have to enjoy the phenomenal area we live in.
We were fortunate to have time to go and wander about in the National Parks that are right next door to us in the East Kootenay and with good weather we visited some favourite hikes and found some new ones that were just a road sign to us previously.
The link to fitness is this; the more able we are, the more enjoyment we get from these types of activities. Getting to those stunning vistas and enjoying a PB&J and a cool drink of water with people you care about is as "priceless" as it gets. Its really a life affirming and wondrous activity and its so accessible to most of us at any time.
So, if this is at all inspiring to you, and you haven't taken a walk in some area that is special to you, take a hike, take a friend and enjoy the rewards of being fully alive. The workout programs can be parked for a day or two while you enjoy the rewards of the efforts you've put in, and besides your heart and lungs don't care what gets them working. Have a great August,
John
and here's a link to some more photos of the area:
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