Walking by Design...How Cool Is That!

How cool is Walking by Design,  Strutting with Purpose, Moving with Conviction, and Proceeding with Purpose...😎

"Walking by Design" is one of the coolest activities you can do. Because it's an easy, low-impact exercise that comes with a boatload of physical and mental health benefits. It lifts your spirits, zaps stress and gets your heart pumping, all without requiring fancy gear or a huge time commitment.
Walking can take you roads less traveled
"Strutting with Purpose" walking with confidence, often suggesting a strong sense of self-assurance or intent in one's movements. Knowing that life is too short not to enjoy it.
Strutting to your own beat
"Walking with Conviction" walking with the belief that you are someone who makes tough decisions.
Contemplating my next move


"Proceeding with Purpose" moving forward with specific intention, rather than wandering aimlessly in the wideness without a clear objective.
Can't see the forest through the trees




Parting words of wisdom 


 Never take a knife to a gunfight and never wear flip-flops to a rock show.


I did go a little off script writing this one, but I had fun!

I would like to give a special shout-out to Richard White. Richard has a website called 'Everyday Tourist,' where he blogs about the urban experience. I highly recommend checking out his blogs for some excellent reading.

I'm working on new ideas for my next blog. 
The benefits of a wide toe box in your shoes...it's all about your toes...

Thanks for reading 😉

Chris McKenna





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