Resolve to Walk: Week #4

Step out with Peter, Onlineshoes.com’s Executive Family Man, as he walks to better health.

Hi Gang!

My update is that I had a middling week. I walked once during the week BUT I ran once and walked this weekend. So I am still close but no cigar (does anyone really reward people with cigars these days?). Anyway, I am walking TODAY! Yes, Monday, the busiest of all days. I am getting out. It is a beautiful day and I am ready to go. If you see a blur of black and brown going by at roughly the size of a 6-foot-tall human being in downtown Seattle…that’s me.

Some of our readers have commented that they really appreciate walking (running, hiking, etc.) with a buddy. They lean on their buddy for some fun chatter during the walk and for encouragement to get out in the first place. So we thought we would celebrate the walking buddies in this blog by offering a fun and easy contest!

I’ll give away two pairs of New Balance Walking Shoes to one person (a pair for you and a pair for your buddy). All you have to do is submit a comment below that tells me a little about your walking pal and how you keep each other on the path to success. Stories, anecdotes, etc. are all welcome! What forms of bribery, cajoling or coercion has your buddy used to get you out and walking? Just share your story and we will do the drawing in about a week. Remember to come back to check and see who wins!

Resolve to Walk: Week #4 New Balance Giveaway

***UPDATE 01/28/2010***

Thanks to the help of Random.org we have randomly selected one lucky Get In Gear reader to win two pairs of New Balance footwear valued up to $125.00.

Congrats go to:

may1927 “My buddy can put me to shame. I’M the one who isn’t too thrilled about walking, so she keeps me going. Guilt does it. She is so eager to stay healthy and me? I’m eager, but I want it to happen without ME doing anything! BAD! Anyway, I’ll keep on trying to keep up with her and maybe we shall both benefit from it.”

Thanks to everyone for their wonderful submissions, and make sure to check in with the Get In Gear blog often. We’ve got many more giveaways on the calendar!

By Peter L. Newborn twins, a toddler, two pugs, one busy wife and a more than full-time job as Onlineshoes.com’s Chief Marketing Officer has Peter moving on all cylinders. Unfortunately, none of that energy is spent working out. Peter resolves to make time for himself and his health this coming year by stepping out of his busy routine to walk himself back to fit.

225 Comments

Good Day all,

I am 28 year old Vet and Im forced to walk once a day because of a spinal fusion I recently had in December, My Buddy (Spouse) is the one who walks with me and inspires me to Keep trucking along and has been fighting with me since day one.

Good Luck and God Bless All

—By iikingli on January 20, 2010 at 2:34 pm
My walking buddies are my husband and little boy. In reality, my little boy probably insists more that we need to go on a walk. “Mummy, we need to walk today!” Enough motivation in itself. Now only if the rain would stop!

—By Stephanie V. on January 20, 2010 at 3:28 pm
My walking buddy is my husband. He’s such a great supporter and he really gets me out and about, especially on those off days that I have no motive.
Thanks so much.

—By Margaret Smith on January 20, 2010 at 3:31 pm
My walking buddy is my mom. She had foot surgery about 10 years ago and has trouble with her feet. We get together and go for walks to help improve her feet. My buddy helps me stay motivated because I know I’m helping her help herself make her feet better. I also feel better after we walk together. I would love to be able to give her a new pair of New Balance shoes.

—By kathyluman on January 20, 2010 at 3:35 pm
My yellow lab is my walking partner. He is very persistent and how can I resist taking him for a walk when he looks up at me with those big brown eyes? And if I do ignore him, he just steals my shoe and stands in front of me to try to get me to chase him.

—By seknobloch on January 20, 2010 at 3:42 pm
My walking pal is my husband. We are training to walk the Undy 5000 in October to raise awareness and money for colon cancer research in my Daddy’s name while he bravely battles colon cancer.

—By happishopr on January 20, 2010 at 4:13 pm
My kids are my walking pals. We go to the gym in the winter and walk the track. In the summer, we take walks in the park or go for hikes.

—By agordon10 on January 20, 2010 at 4:26 pm
My wife and I like to walk. We usually walk at the track in town, especially during the spring, summer and fall. We do a good job of motivating each other and have a lot of fun doing it.

—By pstanos on January 20, 2010 at 4:31 pm
My walking partner meets meat 6:30 every morning. If it is nice, we walk outside. Bad weather we walk through our work hallways. She keeps me in check as during our walks we discussed what we ate the night before and what extra we did to get more exercise in. I love new balance as they are so comfortable. I hope to win us a new pair, as we wear ours out quickly with all of the walking. I swear Ishould take stock out in shoes.

—By pbrint on January 20, 2010 at 4:51 pm
My walking buddy is my mother. We keep each other motivated by using humor and comraderie.

Thank you.

—By Jaque on January 20, 2010 at 4:59 pm
My husband is my walking buddy. It’s great because when one of us isn’t feeling like a walk, the other laughs and gets them going. We have some great talks while we walk.

—By fangirl on January 20, 2010 at 5:00 pm
My walking partner is my sister. We encourage each other to get out and walk, push each other when we are ready to give up and enjoy the time we have with each other

—By Nadine L on January 20, 2010 at 5:05 pm
Walking is the only exercise I do anymore because of my age and condition. I walk up to four miles a day with my wife, or alone. My wife is still working, but I am retired, so I have more time to walk.

—By wwwtwisi on January 20, 2010 at 5:22 pm
My husband convinced me to take up hiking as a pastime by presenting himself as a model of perseverance and desire to live healthy. This is the only form of “coercion” he has used with me, his inspiring attitude.

—By Catalina K on January 20, 2010 at 5:29 pm
I go with my friend Rita. She has a lot of weight to lose, easily 100 lbs, I have about 25. I wake her up with a phone call since I am such an early riser, and we meet and do 2 1/2 miles before the kids wake up. It’s wonderful to have a buddy for support, very important.

—By cdziuba on January 20, 2010 at 5:30 pm
My walking buddy is my son. He always complains that I walk to fast for him to keep up. Ther is a two mile track around my neighborhood that I also plan on running one day soon.

—By chyna282001 on January 20, 2010 at 5:33 pm
I walk my dog for half hour each day just for exercise and fun. It’s our quality time together.

—By gracieg99 on January 20, 2010 at 5:40 pm
My walking buddy does not need shoes because she has paws. If I feel lazy, she started to give me “the look” along with sad eyes. It gets me moving and we enjoy the walk.

My Mom would be my shoe clad buddy though we do not see each other enough to exercise together often.

—By Belinda on January 20, 2010 at 5:44 pm
When ever the phone rings before our scheduled time to walk,,we answer saying,,,No way,,we are just going to do it! And we also just put on our sneaks,,and start to walk and we are thankful that we didn’t NOT go…My buddy and I need some new good sneaks and we always only buy NB!!

—By kimno on January 20, 2010 at 5:45 pm
I love walking with my 11 year old daughter. She keeps me going and makes sure I don’t try to get out of it

—By Chrissy N. on January 20, 2010 at 6:09 pm
My husband and I walk together. We’re good motivation for each other. It’s easy to shrug off exercising when you only have to be accountable to yourself, it’s much harder when you have a witness.

—By jlmk on January 20, 2010 at 6:13 pm
Mine would be a running pal, there’s a jack russell looking mutt who often sees me coming and runs me all the way to the bridge then waits until I return. It’s almost like she’s on parole or something and cannot cross state lines!

—By ky2here on January 20, 2010 at 6:18 pm
My daughter walks with me when we can get together. Sometimes we walk late in the morning so we can have lunch afterward as a “reward”. (But we do order something light and usually share it.)

—By Aisling on January 20, 2010 at 6:49 pm
My walking friend is someone I met at church. She comes over to my house whether either of us feel like it or not. I love how we hold each other accountable!

—By osheima on January 20, 2010 at 6:50 pm
My wife is my walking buddy. We try to walk together as often as possible, but sometimes our schedules do not allow. But she keeps me honest and motivates me to walk even if she cannot walk with me.

—By vl4095 on January 20, 2010 at 7:05 pm
My mom is my buddy and she never lets me down and always motivates me.

—By Jennifer G on January 20, 2010 at 7:08 pm
My husband is my walking buddy, along with our dog. We both would much rather have company when walking, so are good for each other, and the dog is so excited to go anywhere that she is a good incentive to keep going

—By saphyress on January 20, 2010 at 7:10 pm
I need to walk off some weight so need the win.

—By markw24 on January 20, 2010 at 7:22 pm
I recently joined a gym close to home so I can exercise everyday and be healthy. I have type 1 diabetes, and I need to lose 50 lbs. I do walk on the treadmill for about an hour and so far I’m doing great!

—By mabait1 on January 20, 2010 at 8:04 pm
My friend, Heather, and I love to walk together. We get exercise and caught up on all of our gossip. We love NB shoes…

—By kselman on January 20, 2010 at 8:19 pm
My walking pal doesnt wear shoes on his 4 paws but he does keep me going on our long walk every day. I found out that I was boderline diabetic and started eating right and walking to keep from having to take meds. My 13 yr old pomapoo walks with me every day and gets way more excited about our walk than I do so when its pouring rain and we dont walk I feel like I am disappointing him.I would do almost anything for this little dog even work hard trying not to be sick so I can love and take care of him.He would be very happy if I won shoes and would gladly give me his pair because that would mean many more long walks with his favorite human.

—By Sheila B on January 20, 2010 at 9:01 pm
my walking buddy is my best friend yolanda with out her i probably would not be walking!

—By hecnvic8 on January 20, 2010 at 10:25 pm
We walk as a family with three kids and a dog..I give him the guilty trip on him with how good it is for the kids and dog to get out..I also use his high cholesterol as a tool for getting him to walk..We walk about 5 days a week from 2 to 3 miles per walk..We have a wonderful walking trail that also has paths hrough the woods if you want..I sometimes go by myself for extra exercise and alone time..

—By Tatum V on January 20, 2010 at 11:10 pm
My buddy (spouse) and I try to walk with our puppies everyday, not only to exercise the pups but for ourselves.

—By mooze55 on January 20, 2010 at 11:15 pm
i walk with my grandaughter because i had open heart surgery and i now walk every day doctors orders

—By queens6 on January 21, 2010 at 1:11 am
My walking buddy is my teenage daughter. Every morning we walk around the infamous “one mile wall” on Duke’s west campus. As soon as my daughter’s feet hit the gravel, she chatters away about clothes, happenings at school, friends, teachers just all the cares of a teenage girl. She loves our bonding time when she has me all to herself. I smile, because she could out walk me with no problem, however, she slows down her stride to match mind and chatters away…… my how the time flies by.

—By simplychris on January 21, 2010 at 2:34 am
My kids are my walking pals. We go to the gym in the winter and walk the track

—By tracy davis on January 21, 2010 at 3:22 am
My walking buddy would be my husband. We enjoy walking on the trails near our home. It is a great way to spend time together while helping to keep us healthy.

—By hawkshoe on January 21, 2010 at 3:39 am
Used to walk a lot- had knee surgery last year in march..hard to do it a lot now

—By gargoyle2k on January 21, 2010 at 4:09 am
My walking pal is my daughter in law Heather. We keep each other in line by encouraging each other to just go a little further and a little faster on our walks.

—By Marla on January 21, 2010 at 5:09 am
My husband is my walking pal. We keep each other motivated on days “we do not want to walk”. We have all the excuses to not walk, but we encourage each other try to keep it fun and relaxed. We have started walking farther and faster now too which really has been fun and quite an adventure for me as I am quite a bit shorter than him. But so far, I am keeping up.

—By Joyce Harrell on January 21, 2010 at 5:31 am
My friend and I walk together and we make it fun. We talk about vacations or adventures we have been on to take our minds off the actual exercise.

—By Heather S on January 21, 2010 at 5:54 am
Abby keeps me good company and we keep each other going and motivated just puching along the way

—By George C on January 21, 2010 at 6:00 am
walk for life

—By nealts on January 21, 2010 at 6:19 am
Hi. I’m a 40-year old widow of a soldier who was killed in Afghanistan. He was partner, but now I share life with our two dogs and two cats. My dog serves as my partner and constantly reminds me that I need to get out and walk and YES, I need to walk because I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis a few years back and one of the best ways to maintain flexibilty and use of joints, even when they hurt, is to exercise. Walking is important to my future and my pal, Storm, makes sure I do it. We walk about 2 miles a day.

—By LV on January 21, 2010 at 6:53 am
My walking pal is my dog. She continues to need to be walked, so I continue to be motivated!

—By Tracy W. on January 21, 2010 at 6:55 am
My husband and I love to walk around the city and along the river.

—By Karen on January 21, 2010 at 6:56 am
I go for walks with my kids. My oldest rides his bike and I push my 2 youngest in a stroller. I have to keep a fast pace to keep up with the bike, I get quite a workout.

—By amccray on January 21, 2010 at 6:58 am
My BFF of 35 years and I walk the local track 3 times a week. We really don’t have to encourage each other because we view it as a chance to get together and talk while we walk.

—By traymona on January 21, 2010 at 7:09 am
I walk with my kids, the dog, my hubby. Whomever I can guilt, bribe or coerce into it. Last person to walk with me was my son and while he complained about doing it he had fun (he probably won’t admit it) he and the dog chased each other and I got to go for a bit of a RUN too, lol…

—By rmc1ra on January 21, 2010 at 7:18 am
My walking buddy is my friend Jane. It’s great that we walk together – usually if one of us isn’t quite as motivated (to walk period, or to walk more, or pick up the pace…) the other one is! Great balance that gets us both out and moving!

—By Suzanne K on January 21, 2010 at 7:24 am
My best friend and I enjoy going for walks together. We like to use it as a time to catch up on each other’s lives and gossip about celebrities. That’s usually enough to motivate us although sometimes we throw in manicures if we can make it a certain number of days.

—By Victoria on January 21, 2010 at 7:30 am
My husband and I walk – my high school reunion is coming up – gotta look great!

—By Tarah on January 21, 2010 at 8:24 am
We both walk and workout at the gym. We keep each other in shape and enjoy our time together

—By estes77777 on January 21, 2010 at 9:07 am
My walking pal is my husband and I’ll admit we are way too lenient with each other especially when it’s 30 degrees out and there’s 18 inches of snow and ice out. But when it’s nice, we like the long woods path behind our house that winds around a large pond.

—By meredlp on January 21, 2010 at 9:16 am
My husband is my walking buddy. We have recently moved to a new area and are committed to seeking out new paths for walking (as soon as we get all of the boxes unpacked!). We motivate each other on those days that one of us is lagging. And we both wear New Balance, great shoes that have the proper width as well as great style, so we would love to win this.

—By Sharon B on January 21, 2010 at 9:22 am
I walk with my dog Ditsy. She keeps me going fast! If I do a good job she will reward me by taking a nap.

—By Susan H on January 21, 2010 at 10:07 am
When I hear people at the Senior Citizens center that I attend say they are too old for walking I want to strangle them. I have been walking for pleasure and fitness for more than 60 years and lest you think I was a fitness freak I will tell you that I also smoked for 30 years. I wized up and quit that 19 years ago this year but still developed emphysema so I cannot walk as fast or as far as I could before but I still walk at the mall, just strap on my portable oxygen and do as much as I can. My first pair of trainers were New Balance back in the 80′s which my daughter got me at Macy’s and am on my 7th pair now. So at 74 would like to win another new pair for me and my friend Shelly who is a kid compared to me (I am 74, she is only 58)but she had polio as a child and it left her with walking difficulties which she works hard to overcome. We are actually a funny pair, me with my portable oxygen generator hanging off my shoulder and Shelly with her funny gait chatting away and strolling around the mall.

—By mensa63 on January 21, 2010 at 10:14 am
My walking buddy is my husband and we both could really really use a new and good pair of walking shoes. This would be great!

—By Shelley Mitchell on January 21, 2010 at 10:45 am
I walk with an elderly neighbor so she has someone to keep her company.

—By pupitis on January 21, 2010 at 11:24 am
My walking partners are my friend, Mary Todd, and our labradoodle, Yogi. The motivator is definitely Yogi as he puts us through our paces.

—By barrybond on January 21, 2010 at 11:26 am
thanks for the sweepstakes. I could use the shoes because New Balance is a great company (who still makes their shoes in the good ol US of A?) and they are recommended by Good Feet as the perfered model for their industrial strengh arch supports (which I wear).
Thank you.

—By bksup on January 21, 2010 at 11:29 am
My walking buddy is my husband. We both love walking in our surrounding neighborhood and enjoy the beauty around us. When one of us is not motivated to go walking for one reason or another the other will put their walking shoes on and give “the look” the results in a sigh but then eventual agreement to go out for a walk. We always end up feeling better and glad we took our walks. =)

—By Alicia L. on January 21, 2010 at 11:31 am
My walking buddy is my best girlfriend!! We walk together in the morning thru thick and thin! She is the one who really needs new sneakers! her feet are always sore! We are trying to stay in good physical shape

—By rferrari001 on January 21, 2010 at 11:44 am
I hope I WIN !!

—By kerner on January 21, 2010 at 12:21 pm
My walking buddy is a large rambunctious Foxhound. He’s more of a runner, however. I prefer to walk, but if he sniffs a deer trail or spots a critter in his path… we’re both running. He must know that I need it.

And speaking of shoes and my lovely Foxhound, they sure would come in handy … as my dear Cosmo just chewed mine to pieces.

—By Shanda S. on January 21, 2010 at 12:34 pm
My new years resolution was to start being more active. I figured walking would be the best way to start. My darling Hubby agreed to help support me by walking with me, plus we get to spend time together. I took my walking shoes out of the closet and my hubby laughed. He said “after you blow the dust off of those shoes, we may have to buy you another pair!”. We were both laughing. These will have to do for now. I would really love a chance to win your contest. Please enter me.

—By rivertam on January 21, 2010 at 1:49 pm
my son is my walking buddy, we walk the dogs when he gets off work and we talk about his day

—By sandy on January 21, 2010 at 1:53 pm
My walking buddies are my husband, and my son. We try to do family walk as often as possible. They try to motivate me when I’m lagging.

—By Regina M on January 21, 2010 at 2:23 pm
I love New Balance sneakers. I’m working to lose weight and I do alot of walking as part of my routine. I have new NB sneakers and it makes me want to walk more. I’ll wear the pair out soon.

—By Janet on January 21, 2010 at 2:43 pm
My wife needs to walk following knee surgery. We both inspire each other to continue.

—By 9string on January 21, 2010 at 2:49 pm
My walking pal is my fiance. I have patella femoral in both knees and he’s having rotater cuff surgery next week. We’re both in need of exercise!

—By Lori B on January 21, 2010 at 2:50 pm
My walking pal is my husband. When weather and light permits we walk our neighborhood everyday.

—By Sharon A on January 21, 2010 at 2:52 pm
MY WIFE IS MY WQALKING PAI, I HAD A FULL KNEE REPLACEMENT THREE YEAR BACK SHE WAS TO ONE THAT MADE SURE I WALKED EVERYDAY AND SHE DONE THAT ALL OF OUR 43 YEARS OF MARRIAGE THUR GOOD AND BAD AND 20 YEARS OF MILITARY SERVICE

—By nenieves on January 21, 2010 at 3:24 pm
my walking buddy-hubby, we both have the 20lbs to lose

—By chris on January 21, 2010 at 3:50 pm
My dogs are my walking buddies and I can’t turn them down when they gang up on me with that look on their faces!

—By kenneth13 on January 21, 2010 at 4:52 pm
When I can’t get a neighbor I take my phone.

—By lois on January 21, 2010 at 4:58 pm
My walking pal is my 7-year-old daughter. When we walk together, it’s not very fast, but we enjoy getting out and about with each other and it’s a great way to have a conversation without any interruptions like there always seem to be at home.

—By stigay on January 21, 2010 at 5:24 pm
My boyfriend is my walking buddy. We both inspire and push each other because both of us have pain when we walk. He has diabetic neuropathy and I have sciatica and arthritis. What a pair we make shuffling along!

—By Susan C on January 21, 2010 at 5:52 pm
My husband had his third knee surgery that was complicated by a blood clot. We walk together as often as he is up to it. Hopefully I can work it up to daily!

—By Met1123 on January 21, 2010 at 5:55 pm
My yellow lab is my walking buddy. He loves to walk in the mornings, and I couldn’t sleep in even if I wanted to. He always nudges me awake with a big cold wet nose to tell me to get moving!

—By julieh on January 21, 2010 at 6:05 pm
Recently I had the foot problem known as “Plantar Fasciitis”. I followed the treatment plan as directed by my Podiatrist, and then I bought a pair of New Balance shoes, also as directed by my Podiatrist. I never would have believe that there was such a tremendous difference in sports shoes but there really is. I’ve worn several other brands but the New Balance are the most comfortable and support my feet better than any other without orthotics.

—By Mary on January 21, 2010 at 6:57 pm
My favorite walking buddy has always been my mom. We used to walk to the store, around the block, at the mall. It’s fun because i get to enjoy her company and i don’t really feel like i’m “working out”. LOL I love it!!

—By denice p on January 21, 2010 at 7:04 pm
My wife is my walking partner – we try to go 4-5 nights a week after dinner. Sometimes she convinces me – sometimes I have to convince her – every now and then ice cream comes into play to motivate us — might be defeating the purpose on those nights

—By Tom on January 21, 2010 at 7:05 pm
One for me and one for my 22 year old son. He is overweight and I want to encourage him to walk. A new pair of shoes for both of us would be a great incentive.

—By tegelund57 on January 21, 2010 at 7:12 pm
Great giveaway! My buddy is my boyfriend. We started walking about 6 months ago for our health. So far I’ve lost 20 lbs and he’s lost 30. We’re both ready for new shoes!

—By LeesaJ on January 21, 2010 at 7:25 pm
My parents are my walking buddy and they are always pushing me to walk every day so I will be able to do hiking this summer

—By Jake on January 21, 2010 at 7:28 pm
My friends at the Y “the Y Girls” keep me walking. I am by nature and nurture a couch potato and having these friends to visit with while walking–and after all that exercise go for T gets me up and out the door to walk away pounds and walk away problems.

—By Lenzima on January 21, 2010 at 8:02 pm
My teenage boys are my walking buddies. The younger one makes sure I don’t make any excuses for not going! Thanks for the giveaway!

—By Sue E on January 21, 2010 at 8:09 pm
My teenage daughter is my walking pal. This is our quality time to share anything and everything.

—By Joni on January 21, 2010 at 9:08 pm
So we keep each other motivated by blackmail and bets. Whoever doesn’t show up to walk every day has to clean the others house. There has only been one instance in our 5 years that one of us didn’t show up.

—By ssofrigid on January 21, 2010 at 9:21 pm
I would Love to win due to the fact I have Lupus and PFO I need to walk but CAN’T affort the shoes my partner nor,I since we are on a budget that is very small.

—By shug61 on January 21, 2010 at 10:04 pm
My walking buddies are my daughter and her Great Dane. Just the sight of the dog frequently makes for good conversations with others, and she also makes sure that we walk at a fairly brisk pace. She could certainly take off on her own, but is very content to walk beside us (or at least at the end of her leash). There is the additional fact that having the dog to walk makes us get out no matter what.

—By Carol G on January 22, 2010 at 1:07 am
My walking buddy is my friend. We enjoy conversations while we walk.

—By Cynthia C on January 22, 2010 at 4:30 am
I walk with my daughter. She keeps me motivated as she is very energetic. And we have fun walking and talking.

—By tanya R on January 22, 2010 at 6:12 am
My husband and son are my partners! Especially in the summer, when it is a constant challenge to explain to my son that we cannot spend each minute walking to the river or the park!

—By Selinda on January 22, 2010 at 6:49 am
My walking buddy is my husband. We motivate each other to stick to walking goal. When one of us is down we still always go to support the other.

—By clg5 on January 22, 2010 at 7:25 am
my bf is my walking partner and we use it as a competition to see who can jog the longest and who can get in the best shape first

—By ashley on January 22, 2010 at 10:53 am
Since my walking buddy is my dog, I guess I’ll have to keep both pairs when I win.

—By bwilkerson on January 22, 2010 at 11:07 am
My son is my walking buddy, although he typically rides his bike! He loves riding while I’m walking and we try to get out in the neighborhood at least every few days.

—By Heather M. on January 22, 2010 at 11:20 am
My walking buddy is my wife. We walk the levy daily and try to encourage our daughters to join us. The exercise keeps the stress off and gets everyone out of the house.

—By joe on January 22, 2010 at 11:31 am
My mom is my walking partner. Five days a week, we go up to our local YMCA and walk the track. If I try to slack off, she will call me a million times! She has even gone as far as driving over to my place and getting me out of bed to go to the gym!

—By Darcie K on January 22, 2010 at 11:49 am
my husband & i encourage each other by bribes or shame or whatever necessary =)

—By Autumn B. on January 22, 2010 at 12:27 pm
My walking partner will let me have both pair…she’s an Australian shepherd!

—By mickeyfan on January 22, 2010 at 7:07 pm
No bribes needed here. It takes a year for me to lose my “winter weight” which is usually 10 pounds. Having a walking buddy makes the 1.5 to 2 hour walk breeze by.

—By Sylvie W. on January 22, 2010 at 8:41 pm
God is my walking Buddy.

—By cjopperman on January 22, 2010 at 8:54 pm
My kids keep my going and walking. Knowing that by walking I will be here with them for a long time is all the motivation I need.

—By kim eddings on January 22, 2010 at 9:42 pm
I walk because I love to eat!!

—By asteele55772 on January 22, 2010 at 9:43 pm
My walking pal is in much better shape than I am. She slows down for me, but never makes this obvious.

—By momznite on January 23, 2010 at 8:42 am
I don’t walk as often as I should….when I do, I try to grab my neighbor. We are not as motivated as we should be, but hopefully come spring we can find the motivation to be dedicated to our workout.

—By Debra F on January 23, 2010 at 9:24 am
My walking buddy is my husband. We go to a local park and walk around the lake there, it’s really hard to stay motivated but we help each other and we walk all spring summer and fall!

—By Holly on January 23, 2010 at 12:07 pm
My hubby and dog are my walking buddies. Even when I do not feel like it, I do it because I know how much my dog likes her walks and I really do feel energized when I get back. Doesn’t hurt that I am losing weight too–that’s an added bonus.

—By kate5405 on January 23, 2010 at 2:39 pm
I walk with my daughter-in-law. She’s interested in losing weight, the same as me.

—By Janice Wright on January 23, 2010 at 3:43 pm
Thank you for the giveaway. My walking partner/buddy is my husband so he would be the recipient of the 2nd pair if I won. We encourage eachother to try and get our life healthier than it has been. We both want to lose weight and get fit.

—By michele on January 23, 2010 at 3:48 pm
My mom is my buddy – it’s usually not hard to get us moving since it’s our chance to catch up with each other’s lives.

—By Jennifer on January 23, 2010 at 4:22 pm
I don’t have a walking buddy, because I found that it works against reaching my goal. I like to go when I’m ready to go, and I don’t like waiting around for someone else. Waiting exhausts me! Plus, if the buddy can’t make it I’m much more likely to take the day off myself.

—By Barbara on January 23, 2010 at 4:38 pm
My parents are my buddies. When they come to visit we walk in the town cemetary and occassionally stop and reflect on people who are no longer with us.

—By sherylssg on January 23, 2010 at 5:38 pm
my walking buddy is my niece and recently we’ve begun running. we are motivated by the challenge itself and the thoughts of finally being fit. if we skip a day from being lazy or bad weather we never fail to remind each other that we need to make up for the lack. the other motivation would be that we do not want to fail. failing this would mean we are just lazy and our pact meant nothing.

—By murphy on January 23, 2010 at 9:55 pm
I usually don’t have to do anything to get my friend to go walking with me. But I guess if I did, I’d offer to lend her some of my clothes.

—By Bonnie M. on January 24, 2010 at 6:24 am
My friend is truly sneaky (in a good way). She always leaves late so that I have to walk farther to meet up with her at our designated place! I admit, I need the exercise a bit more than her! ha ha

—By Val on January 24, 2010 at 7:47 am
My sister is my buddy. I could really use a new pair of shoes. Mine are really looking pitiful.

—By avcraw2 on January 24, 2010 at 8:21 am
Right now, my 6 year old is my walking buddy because it is the middle of winter and the outdoor paths are icy. We walk together inside using Walk Away dvd’s. She usually bounces on her indoor trampoline while I walk away my pounds. I am hoping that when spring arrives, my husband will jump on the weightloss and health wagon and join me in evening outdoor walks.

—By Jennifer C on January 24, 2010 at 9:19 am
My recliner buddy may soon become my walking buddy if he gets a new pair of shoes!

—By JC on January 24, 2010 at 9:40 am
My walking buddy is my husband. We walk every day and he even walks to work. He has arthiritis and sitting in a car really does a number on his back. We have a baby on the way so after baby comes we will be doing a lot more hiking and walking. We keep each other on the road to success by encouraging and never giving up when it gets tough or face a challenge. In doing this we really accomplish a lot. We are learning more about each other every day.

—By chandelle Heimbigner on January 24, 2010 at 11:26 am
My walking partner is my yellow lab Molly. She loves the outside so we walk twice a day. It has been good for me and her both even though some days I dont want to I look at her and can not resist. Walking on average 2.5 miles a day. I also feel better for it.

—By ballplr on January 24, 2010 at 12:24 pm
My husband is my walking pal – we walk our dog together

—By ehhogan on January 24, 2010 at 2:39 pm
My walking partner is my husband. Even after hip surgery he was eager to get out there and walk with me. His surgeon actually had to tell him to slow down and cut back.

—By Carol W. on January 24, 2010 at 2:47 pm
My kids are are walking (hiking) buddies. For some reason, they like walking up and down mountains.

—By Don'tRun on January 24, 2010 at 3:41 pm
I do not have a walking buddy but while I walk my kids ride their bikes and scooters along the street.

—By Valoriee Burton on January 24, 2010 at 5:57 pm
Walking buddy is my IPOD. I could never keep going if I didn’t have it.

—By ambreprn on January 24, 2010 at 6:40 pm
I like to walk to keep weight off and because it feels good. My walking pal is an older lady with diabetes that must do daily walking to keep her diabetes at bay. e could both use some good walking shoes!

—By Pamela M. on January 24, 2010 at 6:49 pm
My daughter and I walk together. We encourage each other with compliments and sometimes I have to use bribery of toys, etc. to keep her my partner.

—By mrssquigg on January 24, 2010 at 8:09 pm
My walking pal is my little dachshund..with all the energy she has she really inspires me to got as long as I can…Thanks for the giveaway!

—By JMARIE on January 24, 2010 at 8:35 pm
I walk with my dog and I could not ask for a better girl to hang with – she’s always ready to go. She van bribe me with a fresh pair of sneakers that will keep me on track for months. But I have ro usually bribe myself. New Balance ate favorites.

—By John B. on January 24, 2010 at 9:11 pm
my family are runners and run nonstop
They keep telling me to at least start walking which I need to do bought a cheap pair of shoes and after a week had blisters so bad they were bleeding so gave up walking so would really like to start walking again
My mother lives 1200 miles away and is elderly and walks so much she keeps telling me to also walk so would like to show her when I visit that I have been walking and we could go on walks while I’m there.

Thank you so very much for giving me a chance to be a winner

—By camper223 on January 24, 2010 at 9:19 pm
I just started walking this year as my resolution! I could use these!! Thanks for the chance.

—By mogrill on January 24, 2010 at 10:09 pm
My walking buddies are my husband and my dogs. Hubby doesn’t bribe me but he keeps me motivated by telling me that I can do it. The dogs bribe me with kisses because they love going for walks

—By kristy on January 24, 2010 at 11:43 pm
I am actually the lazy walking partner. My friend is always trying to get me to go tp the gym during lunch, and I am always trying to find excuses. I’m glad that she doesn’t give in, and usually drags me kicking and screaming!

—By Nicole D. on January 25, 2010 at 6:32 am
My walking buddy is my 95 year old Mother – when she came to live with us 3 years ago she was recovering from a stroke and unable to walk much but now -thanks to our daily walks up and down the driveway- she is eating well, feeling 100% better and much more confident. Even when it’s cold, we bundle up and walk – gives us time to reminisce and get great exerrcise – we love walking!

—By jacqueline2145 on January 25, 2010 at 7:33 am
My daughter and I walk 2 miles a day, rain, snow or shine. We enjoy the healtful benefits of walking and the conversation as we walk. We also enjoy waving to people as we walk by their homes,

—By Nanette O on January 25, 2010 at 8:17 am
There’s nobody I’d rather walk with than my husband. We both know we want to be in shape and encourage each other all along the way. Thanks for the great contest!

—By Suzanne on January 25, 2010 at 10:50 am
My walking pal is my husband every night after dinner we gather up the kids and go for a walk

—By Rebecca on January 25, 2010 at 11:09 am
I would love a pair for my daughter and myself. We take my golden retreiver for long walks as much as we can.

—By Tracey Berry on January 25, 2010 at 11:10 am
My boyfriend and I live near a lake that has a 1.3 mile track around it. Our entire relationship started because of walks around this lake! We met there by accident, starting meeting on purpose for walks, and now walking is the cement that keeps our relationship together. Fitness + Fun = True Love Forever!

—By Melissa D on January 25, 2010 at 11:11 am
My walking pal is my husband. We retired and sort of lost our way exercise wise. Instead of growing old and fat together, we got up and out. Walking hand in hand, we walk after breakfast and after dinner. Sun in our face or a cool breeze at our back, we keep on going.

—By diesel51 on January 25, 2010 at 1:25 pm
My walking buddy is my friend Judy. We met at water aerobics and decided we needed to do a little more exercise

—By gloriase on January 25, 2010 at 1:29 pm
My walking partner is my hubby and we are currently training for 2 upcoming marathons so we push each other to keep up our walking and jogging.

—By shawna on January 25, 2010 at 2:25 pm
My walking buddy is my wife of seven years, Kimberly. Ten years ago she slipped on icy steps in Charleston, W Va and broke her right ankle in two places. It has required three surgeries and still has pins in it. Not only is our walking therapy but it continues to bring us closer together.

—By jgmscuba on January 25, 2010 at 2:51 pm
I don’t have a walking buddy, it gets boring alone but what can ya do, I need the exercise

—By godan on January 25, 2010 at 3:24 pm
My daughter is my walking buddy. She is 12 now, but we have been taking evening walks together for about 4 years. Just we two, no siblings or daddy. It is a great way to hear about her day and enjoy the neighborhood, while getting our exercise!

—By Carolyn D on January 25, 2010 at 3:55 pm
We walk to get a healthy lunch and walk home to burn the calories once a week.

—By lilmiss37 on January 25, 2010 at 3:58 pm
My walking partners alternate between my daughter and my husband. They keep me motivated. Sometimes, I just doe feel like going, and they push me.

—By Debby on January 25, 2010 at 4:10 pm
My walking buddy is my eight year old black mix poodle/terrier named Pucci. She used to hate going out in the rain and getting wet but she sacrifices getting wet for her daily walks with me. She sees me put on my walking shoes and she is right there. She is fun and entertaining. She hates the metal sewer grates (with holes)because she’s afraid that she may fall in it…I pick her up and carry her over and past it. Dogs are great walking companions!

—By Joyce K on January 25, 2010 at 4:18 pm
Nowadays, my walking buddy is my husband. Although we can only get out to walk on weekends, during the week we start each day with the treadmill/bike and movies in 30 min increments.

Our rule is that if one of us mentions exercising, the other has to agree! That way we workout every day (usually 2 times a day).

—By Annie G on January 25, 2010 at 4:28 pm
My walking buddy is my hubby and our dog. It is great because we talk and the time flies. A great way to spend time together and get fit

—By Karrie on January 25, 2010 at 5:47 pm
I walk w/ my kids. We keep ourselves on path by listening to music and doing running spurts.

—By denyse on January 25, 2010 at 6:00 pm
My walking buddy is my honey. We pick one day of the weekend and do not use a car and work everywhere!

—By Dani on January 25, 2010 at 6:04 pm
my best friend is my walking partner. We boost each other up and encourage each other every day. The walks help to keep us bonded everyday

—By wildflower00 on January 25, 2010 at 6:42 pm
Since I work shifts of 12 hours, sometimes during nights, it’s hard to get out to walk during those days. However, one of my coworkers and I have been taking walks during the late hours when it’s less busy. It’s nice to get out of the office, so that’s really all the motivation we need. Also, it gives us a chance to talk.

—By Erica C. on January 25, 2010 at 6:54 pm
I walk with my Mom! We would really like new shoes. Mom lost her second breast to breast cancer and my Father passed away last year. Walking helps us mentally and physically! Thanks!

—By sharonjo on January 25, 2010 at 7:05 pm
I have a new walking pal named Channing. We are motivated just by getting to spend time together, which we don’t seem to do unless we make a walking plan. Thanks!!

—By Becca on January 25, 2010 at 7:40 pm
I just joined a gym and am now walking with my husband. We both are not wearing the right kind of shoes. So I would just love to win this!

—By vickilorenz on January 25, 2010 at 8:00 pm
My walking buddy is my husband. I am 28 and was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, and as most people know, it is a progressive disease that usually affects mobility, especially in the legs. I am determined to walk for the rest of my life and not let this disease take me down! My husband has been my support throughout.

—By jennifer h on January 25, 2010 at 8:03 pm
My dog is my walking buddy. All she has to do is wag her tail and out the door we go.

—By lori on January 25, 2010 at 8:23 pm
My walking pal is my imaginary friend Bob. Sometimes he yells at me and tells me to go further than I normally wood. I hate Bob.

—By Walter Arnett on January 25, 2010 at 8:36 pm
My husband and my kids are my walking pals. We talk about our days and get a little fresh air. I love the quality time together!

—By ag1414 on January 25, 2010 at 9:32 pm
Hubby and I are walking buddies, although we’re just starting out. We’re keeping each other walking, even in the nasty weather we’ve been having!

—By Sonya on January 25, 2010 at 9:46 pm
My mom is my walking buddy, even if it’s just walking around art festivals.

—By Shelly on January 25, 2010 at 11:04 pm
Having a disability,comfortable walking shoes are of the utmost importance. I just got a walking partner and would love to win these shoes.

—By rondy149 on January 26, 2010 at 12:26 am
My walking buddy is a 70 pound boxer! He really keeps me motivated (and laughing) Hopefully this spring I can get a good friend of mine to walk with me. It would be great for both of us! Thanks for an awesome giveaway!

—By oneangel on January 26, 2010 at 2:39 am
my 2 dogs are my partners. I know they need exercize and that motivates me to walk

—By intime on January 26, 2010 at 2:42 am
My walking buddy is my teenage daughter AND her dog. We walk every morning. It’s an interesting site: me with my hat (ear flap style), my daughter with her skullcandy headphones, and Chloe leading the way..probably enjoying it more than any of us!

—By miriama59 on January 26, 2010 at 2:53 am
my walking pal is my mom, i have lost 150 lbs and that is what keeps me motivated.

—By michelle lopez on January 26, 2010 at 4:20 am
my walking buddy is my mom or my son!If it is my mom we just chat about the day&what is going on!If it is my son,he talks about school&games!Either way they both are great walking partners!

—By Amy Delong on January 26, 2010 at 5:10 am
My buddy can put me to shame. I’M the one who isn’t too thrilled about walking, so she keeps me going. Guilt does it. She is so eager to stay healthy and me? I’m eager, but I want it to happen without ME doing anything! BAD! Anyway, I’ll keep on trying to keep up with her and maybe we shall both benefit from it.

—By may1927 on January 26, 2010 at 5:20 am
my walking pal is my dog and my son, curry (dog) wont wear sneakers though…and brennon (son) he could walk all day, so he motivates me to keep moving, cuz he doesnt stop.

—By anny31 on January 26, 2010 at 5:30 am
My sister in law is my walking buddy, we keep each other going by name calling lol. It’s mean (and fun), but when she tells me my butts getting big, it makes me want to get to steppin!

—By Sheila Hickmon on January 26, 2010 at 6:59 am
My sister is my walking buddy. we don’t actually walk together though, since we live 300 miles apart. We use our blogs and email to keep track of how far each of us has walked, and keep each other motivated.

—By Anne on January 26, 2010 at 7:00 am
My walking buddy is my 21 year old son. He and I walk every day and take our 3 year old Airedale and 14 year old poodle. The funny this is my son who is 6 feet tall and weight 190 walks the poodle and I (50 year old 5 ft 4 mom) walks the 75lb Airedale. It always gets a laugh from the people we pass.

—By Annette D on January 26, 2010 at 7:02 am
My daughter and granddaughter will be starting a walking routine in the next week or so, as my granddaughter is expecting her first child in May. Thanks!

—By Renee Borders on January 26, 2010 at 7:48 am
My walking buddy is my husband. We are trying to live a healthier lifestyle. We have started walking together after dinner. Neither one of us has walking shoes so these would be great!

—By Tiffany on January 26, 2010 at 7:48 am
My walking buddy is my daughter. We’re keeping each other motivated. Our goal is to participate in as many walk-a-thon as possible this year.
Thanks for the contest.

—By dontaskme22@yahoo.com on January 26, 2010 at 8:00 am
We have 2 absolutely adorable and very feisty dogs Max and Lucy. They are black labs and they have the most enjoyable personalities. My walking buddy is our next door neighbor Debbie who own a golden retriever. We walk our dogs, all 3 of them, at least 3-4 times a day. We are both stay at home moms who also have a zest for keeping in shape and enjoying the 4 seasons along the lake we live on. Whether it is raining outside, snowing and blustery winds, or a gorgeous balmy summer day, we take our furry friends out for a walk. We generally don’t need much coaxing of each other to get our butts out there, our dogs, and the fact that nature is calling them, is our motivation. But I have to say, we usually always treat one another to cups of java or latte’s at our local mini mart that is along one of the route that we walk on. That is always a nice treat to have while we enjoy our brisk, long and very frequent walks!

I know one thing for sure, we both desperately need some new decent walking shoes. We are both moms to large families and having the extra money to treat ourselves to proper walking gear is right now a luxury we can’t afford. It would be super terrific to have new sneaks for our New Year workouts!

Thanks so much for the chance to enter.

—By Joanna Smith on January 26, 2010 at 8:01 am
my walking buddy is my son. we have an after dinner walk about 4 times a week. the rest of the time I walk by myself. I love walking with him, because it’s our time to catch up and laugh together

—By msbabypug on January 26, 2010 at 8:14 am
My walking pal is my twin sister. No matter what is going on in our lives, we know that we can count on each other during the walk to talk it out and get closer each time.

—By Angela on January 26, 2010 at 8:28 am
i walk with my son he makes it fun i almost forget im getting exercise.he is always making me laugh and it is our special time

—By kathy pease on January 26, 2010 at 8:42 am
My workout buddy is my daughter- we can usually spur each other on. Wish we had a nicer place to walk, but grateful that we can.

—By Dddiva on January 26, 2010 at 8:54 am
My walking buddy is a co-worker. We are teachers and after a long day with students we need that walk to reflect, relax and revamp!

—By vgreene on January 26, 2010 at 9:24 am
My walking buddies are my husband and our 2 dogs. My husband really knows how to motivate me and keep my sprits up! And trying to keep up with our dogs (who absolutely LOVE) taking walks keeps up my pace!

—By kelly wakefield on January 26, 2010 at 9:30 am
Being from Upstate NY, our outdoor walks are limited. My walking buddy, Karen, and I are also gym buddies. We do a good job of talking each other into going to the gym when we’d rather stay warm inside. We were fortunate enough for a 50 degree day this past weekend and took a walk through the river (on a boardwalk).

—By sarah d. on January 26, 2010 at 9:34 am
I used to have a walking partner, a career change leader dog. He was such a good friend and a great walker. Since he passed away, I have to walk by myself but I walk with my memories of him.

—By SUZAG on January 26, 2010 at 9:42 am
My walking buddy is my hubby. I am 54 and he is 56 and we walk in our neighborhood which is very hilly so it gives a great workout. We walk for about 45 minutes every day we can except if it pours then we have to use the treadmill. We just are strong to prod the other one if one wouldn’t want to, but it is fun walking and talking with him and I prefer this to any other workout because he makes it fun.

—By carol y l on January 26, 2010 at 10:16 am
When I was visiting my sister over Christmas, we would take a walk around the neighborhood each morning that it wasn’t freezing cold! We’d do that AFTER our morning cups of coffee though! But it was a great way to start the day!

Thanks for the giveaway!

—By Joanne Schultz on January 26, 2010 at 10:18 am
My daughter is my walking buddy. We try to walk 3 times a week around our neighborhood.

—By Susan Smith on January 26, 2010 at 10:37 am
Me and my walking pal talk about current events.

—By hale2005 on January 26, 2010 at 10:50 am
My walking buddy is my next-door neighbor. We live right by a greenway (not a golf greenway, but a place the Town can’t build on for one reason or another, so they have a paved trail through the woods), so I love to walk there every day. My neighbor has trouble getting motivated to walk, so I call her every morning. If she has an excuse not to walk, I still have to walk by her house both ways, so then she feels guilty that I’m walking alone and she usually makes it the next day. I’ve never told her that I really enjoy the peacefulness of those morning walks so I don’t care whether she walks with me or not. But she doesn’t know that, so she makes an extra effort to walk with me

—By barbarawr on January 26, 2010 at 11:47 am
I lost one of my walking buddies this year, our beloved dog and haven’t felt like walking much since. My husband loves to walk though and I am determined to enjoy walking again even though it is a little sad right now. Thank you!

—By Tina12312 on January 26, 2010 at 12:15 pm
my buddy and i walk daily. if i dont’ want to go she makes me go, if she doesn’t want to go i make her go, we enjoy or daily walks.

—By susan smoaks on January 26, 2010 at 12:39 pm
My walking buddy is my husband. I get him to walk with me by promising him a nice dessert.

—By dreeg on January 26, 2010 at 12:46 pm
I walk with my fiance. We just got a gym membership. We’re there to support each other and motivation. I remind him how good it is to walk and he’ll lost the inches and pounds.

—By Heather M on January 26, 2010 at 12:48 pm
My best friend and I have known each other for 15 years. I love her to death but we’re both very competitive. We log how many miles we complete and compare everything from time to distance to speed to see who comes out on top each week. Whoever comes in second owes the winner lunch the following week!

—By Sandra Diana on January 26, 2010 at 1:26 pm
I rotate through the family as walking buddies, depending upon whose schedule I can impose. There are some wonderful walks close by and I so appreciate the time to just connect with each other and with the outdoors.

—By Sydney on January 26, 2010 at 2:17 pm
Most days it’s Me, My Daughter, and the Dog:) But, on weekends we try to get out as a family and my Husband and 17 y/o Son join in!

We have some beautiful nature trails near our home and it really makes you appreciate the beauty of the world around us. No two walks are the same.

Thank you Onlineshoes.com Blog, could definitely use a GREAT pair of New Balance Shoes!

Have a great day!

—By Jes*In*CO on January 26, 2010 at 3:03 pm
My walking pal is my husband and he keeps me motivated by being such a great guy that I want to stay healthy to keep up with him!

—By meredlp on January 26, 2010 at 3:28 pm
My walking buddy is nature – I like to go on walks by myself at a local park to relax and enjoy the scenery.

—By rj on January 26, 2010 at 3:53 pm
Well, my neighbor would be my walking/running buddy…Unfortunately we haven’t started up yet but I’m really yearning to, I just need a great pair of shoes and I’ll be on my way!

—By Justine417 on January 26, 2010 at 4:35 pm
My walking pal is my dog Sam. She will stand at the door and bark until we go out.

—By egmccm on January 26, 2010 at 4:56 pm
We walk before lunch, so no walk = no food (not really – sometimes the weather is too bad). We encourage each other and laugh, so it’s fun.

—By Susan B on January 26, 2010 at 5:26 pm
My walking buddy is my husband. He’s OK for a couple of days and then I have to prod him to get up & go. After he gets started though he is fine. Of course we are in our 60′s but still try to stay in shape.

—By js2300 on January 26, 2010 at 6:50 pm
My dog Hannah is my walking pal. She looooves going for a walk and helps to get me out the door.

—By Chrysa on January 26, 2010 at 8:21 pm
Thanks for the giveaway…Most mornings you will find me running / walking (a mile each way) to a local park with Maxine, my Yellow Lab. It is Maxine who awakens me most mornings, early, it get a move on so she can get going to the park to play fetch & “do her bid-ness”. If it were not for my dog I think I would be sleeping in more & exercising less. Oh, the wife would rather sleep in but she occasionally joins us on weekends !!!

—By brian e. on January 26, 2010 at 8:40 pm
Heidi is my walking partner. She’s my dog who wakes me up early to remind me that it’s time to face the world. We bond as we walk.

—By Sand on January 26, 2010 at 8:41 pm
My walking buddy is my best friend, my Mom.

We harass each other constantly, in a humorous way. We can talk to each other like two silly girlfriends and that’s a great thing. Even as an adult with a family of my own, we still eat as a family most nights and make sure everyone eats right. If one of us has a little extra chunk or we’re not looking our best we can be up front with each other just as well as we can compliment one another.

We just have a great all around relationship. On a side note, it might seem pretty dorky and we do make fun of ourselves quite often for it but we have a couple pairs of identical shoes.

Thank you!

—By PegasusFeathers on January 26, 2010 at 9:20 pm
I go walking with my neighbor every other day. She and I both made New Years resolutions to get more active this year. SOmetimes we take the dogs on their leashes.

—By R Hicks on January 26, 2010 at 9:47 pm
I don’t have a walking buddy. My work hours are totally different than my friends and family. I walk at the local middle school track and there is usually someone else there, but no one I know.

—By Betty C on January 26, 2010 at 9:53 pm
I don’t have a walking buddy. My work hours are totally different from those of my family and friends. I usually walk at the local middle school track and there is almost always someone there but no one I know.

—By Betty C on January 26, 2010 at 9:54 pm
My walking buddy is a friend who is really motivated to get in better shape. I always think I should exercise more, should go for a walk, but usually find a reason not to do it. I am someone who really needs a buddy!! Once I get started each time I like walking, but I need someone to get me out of the house and motivated.

—By Karen on January 26, 2010 at 10:44 pm
Actually my walking buddy is my youngest son John. After I was injured by a drunk driver in 2001 that put me in a wheelchair for 3 1/2 years. I thought I would never walk again. But lots of encouragement and a bit of tough love got me up and moving again. Day by day I find I can do more, go further and look back on how far I have progressed. It comes down to putting one foot in front of the other and making sure you have someone beside you who has the heart to go the distance even when you think you can’t.

—By Marie N on January 26, 2010 at 10:51 pm
My walking pal is my son,he is athletic and into sports.He walks everyday and always is encouraging
me to walk with him.It is our time together so
I usually give in to him and go for a long walk

—By Swtlilchick on January 26, 2010 at 11:37 pm
My buddy has no legs thanks to the war in Iraq and joins me in his wheelchair every day. I can only say that without a doubt it is the best part of my day each and every day.

—By WebTickets on January 27, 2010 at 4:53 am
I joined a meetup hiking group and also a Singles Hiking/Walking group and my buddy is my inspiration she is 54 yrs old and has done 2 Ironman Competitions and numerous Marathons and is doing the Boston Marathon this year. I will be 50 on February 5 2010 and my goal is to do the Kentucky Derby Triple Crown this Spring!!!!

—By m5thomas on January 27, 2010 at 8:44 am
My husband is my walking partner since he retired.

—By GlorWal62 on January 27, 2010 at 10:59 am
I’m a genteel southern belle with a penchant for telling people what to do, exercise-wise, and my walking partner is a Puerto Rican New Yorker who glares when I tell her to walk faster but does it anyway. lol. We are quite the pair, and we walk mostly during the weekend (very busy weekdays make weekday walking impossible).
Two weekends ago, we were walking in the evening. On our third lap around our 2.2 mile block, it had gotten pretty dark. We live near wilderness – ha! – and something wild had decided to sit on the side of the road and wait for us, maybe? Anyway, we were two feet away and it started grunting and moving. We both screamed and it took off into the brush. Since it was dark, we couldn’t tell what it was, but let’s just say our strides were a bit quicker after that!

—By heather c on January 27, 2010 at 8:23 pm
Oh WOW! Did I REALLY WIN???? I’m so excited. Am I supposed to DO anything to get my prize?? Please let me know?? And THANK YOU!! Shoes are a terrific prize, especially for ME. I rarely go out to buy shoes. This will be a great help. Please, tell me what to do now???

—By nay1927 on February 1, 2010 at 6:19 pm
I just moved to a new area so I’ve been trying to find new walking terrain. My dog Ginger and I are excited about new possibilities. It’s the best escape and bonding time for us.

—By realjill on September 16, 2010 at 8:06 am