Things that make me happy - walking

I thought I'd list a few things that are making me smile at the moment. And so onto walking. Now, as someone who doesn't enjoy sport - I got out of games lessons for the majority of secondary school by having an orthodontist appointment. I needed a lot of work on my teeth, honest! I don't like sport - except diving and rugby to watch, but strictly speaking that's not for the sport itself. I enjoy skiing, but you can't do much of that in London / Essex.

I could swim because there's a swimming pool a short walk from my home. But, as soon as I need to bring equipment and faff with taking out my contact lenses, I know I'm unlikely to bother with the activity.

I love walking. The only equipment it needs is shoes and a coat.

Even when it's freezing cold and I'd much prefer to stay in with my oil-filled radiator in my study, I force myself to leave and walk.

It always improves my mood.

I aim for about 35000 steps a week or about 5000 steps a day, aiming to walk for at least 5 days a week.

Even if you think you hate walking it's surprising how much better it makes you feel by just getting outside and seeing nature around yourself.

Last weekend I didn't walk on Sunday, after a full six days of walking. I thought it was for the best because it was cold, but by the evening I felt really low.

What do you feel about walking?
How does it affect your mood?

Love and light,

Liam Livings xx