At age 72, I am planning to walk across American to bring awareness of how exercise etc. can help bring about a healthier heart and vascular system, lower blood pressure, etc., and to raise funds, as well, for the American Heart Association. I welcome you to follow me on my journey! My plan for 2010 is to walk from Lewes, DE to St. Louis, MO or further if possible. In 2005 I was leading a sedentary life and weighed 201 lbs. I started walking and then running and lost 36 lbs, significantly lowered my blood pressure, my bad cholesterol, and raised my good cholesterol equally. My journey will commence on or about April 30th. Help the A.H.A. by donating thru the web site: Michianaheartwalk.kintera.org/johnwalksamerica. If all goes well I hope to be in St. Louis sometime in September 2010.







Thursday, May 13, 2010

Thursday, May 13th

Walked 12 miles on the C&O towpath from Shepherdstown, WV towards Williamsport, MD. Had to take a detour at dam #4 on the Potomac River due to flood. Walked 4 miles on roads. Didn't quite make it to Williamsport, but made total progress of 16 miles. Picked 5 more ticks off Shelly. I would sugges that anyone who walks this area to immerse themselves completely in deet before they enter the woods!
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