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.







Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Tuesday, Septmber 21st

The worst day of my life. Rode 33 miles in 90 degree heat, up and down hills, with a constant wind of 15 mph and gusts of around 25mph right in my face. Made it to Quincy, IL. How I made it I do not know. I guess the angels my wife sends ahead of me pulled me down the road. Total miles to date: 341. Taking tomorrow off to rest and regroup. Also going to the bike shop to buy some cushioned pants. You can guess why. I have once again met some amazing people and I will tell their stories and share pictures later.
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