Seasoned Feet

It’s easy to take walking for granted. One foot in front of the other, right? (Yawn!) But fall brings a seasonal change that can change your mind about that. Autumn may start out dry with fallen leaves itching to be kicked and crunched. That makes a simple walk into a dance with its own rhythm instrument. Then it’ll rain (finally). The leaves became sodden and intermittently slippery. The walk becomes more of a mindfulness dance, where consciously planted steps are best supported by slightly bent knees that support a grounded body, and treads on shoes are much appreciated. Next up are puddles, muddy or otherwise, which call for their own kind of splash dance. And just when you’re accustomed to those walking styles, you’ll get to experience winter with its ice component. No more yawning!

Suggestion from Mariah Kaye, Senior Fitness Specialist, offering more fitness choices through MoveAnyWayFitness.com.