Since we recently moved, even though it isn't far from where we were, the walking paths and areas have changed.

Instead of walking a set bike/walk path that was just around the corner, I get to walk through train yards and business filled streets. Before, we were away from business areas and in a much more residential area.

I may not get the quiet peace of the walking path by the woods and homes, but I get more to look at and keep my mind busy as I walk. More street lights as well. :)

George likes to introduce me to new walking areas, and soon I will find my own little places to walk on my own. New walking paths means I will never get bored with my walks. I may even meet new people depending on when I walk.

This is a GOOD thing if I may say so myself.

So far I have walked over 20 miles in May and spent 18 hours doing so. Three weeks worth of goals are complete. Much more to come!!

So many times I have started workouts or started being healthier just to fall off the wagon. No more!

I waited to post this because I wanted to prove it to myself before posting yet another "I'm gonna do it!" just to prove myself a liar.

I started about a week and a half ago. Last week, I went for 4 or 5 walks. Each one was roughly two miles. This week so far, I have gone on one walk... it's only Tuesday. Today, was in a mood to walk. It was 93 degrees out and the air was dry. This didn't deter me. In fact, I smiled and thought that it would help me more because of the extra sweating. I felt AMAZING about 5 minutes in. I don't always feel awesome when I start, but I know that I will feel great once I get moving. I understand the runner's high...even without being a runner. I kept pushing myself to the next sign along the walking/biking path. Then, I looked off to a path in the woods and grinned. I got giddy like a kid. I wanted an adventure, and I gave myself one. Steep slopes, winding paths, jumping over logs, etc. The smells and sights were exhilerating.

My walk/hike took me about 3 miles. That is a record for me thus far. I am looking forward to my next walk/hike.

Walking is my new drug!! G even bought me walking weights. Used those last week...and omigawd. They made my arms and upper thighs burn. Every other walk for a while.

The reason for the Bruce Lee quote: I intend to master the basics as a part of my exercise. I will keep walking, increasing my distance gradually and my speed as well. Then I will increase how often I use the weights. As I do all this, I will work harder on my stance, muscle tightening and arm movements. Once I have mastered all of those basics, I will find new ones to master.

G started sparring with me ocassionally as well. Teaching me to punch better.

There is also a jump rope in my arsenal as well. I will keep up with that to master it as well. Watch me speed jump in no time; cross-armed, double spin, etc. It will take time, but I will master it.

I am excited about the goals, and my ULTIMATE GOAL is to have the body I had my senior year of high school. Yes, I know I had children. Yes, I know I have been sedintary for so long. Yes, I know I am over 30. Does that matter? NO! I am a beast! I will get that body back.

I AM BECCA, HEAR ME ROOOOOOOOAR!!!!!

P.S.- In the last couple of months, I have lost 10 pounds. On 5/10/13, I weighed 231.