2024, July 1-7
This first week of running almost 2,500 miles started well. I was motivated and eager to beginn this adventure. I spent this first week in the town I grew up and was happy to have had the chance to explore familiar ground, although running was not a passion of mine when I was living there. Isn’t that funny how things turn out one way or the other? I would have never thought, never dreamed of and never dared to start a project as massive as this one all these years back.
Social media seems to know that I’m doing a lot of walking lately, so I learned this: if you don’t want to spend big dollars on recovery drinks, go ahead and mix butermilk with grape juice. Doesn’t sound appealing to me, so I did some research to why these two ingredients. Here’s what I found: All kinds of differnt milk products are a great choice after a sport session. They help you fill up with protein and help stop the muscle decline due to the sport that you did. Grape juice helps deliver fast energy to the muscles. It’s rich of fructose and micronutrients.
2024, July 8 - 14
Second week on the trails for this good cause. Back on the trails in Munich, exploring familiar neighborhoods and strolling through new ones. That’s really one of the best side effects of this walking adventure yet: I see new parts of town I haven’t seen before. On foot, that’s how you explore.
I love walking in the rain. So this rainy days were good ones for me. I got out to the English Garden, a big park in the city center of Munich. It was pourring down quite a bit, so the streams had a lot of water and turned to a green-grey-ish color. Still, there's beauty if you are open to see it.
Did you spot the German flag in the picture? And also the little red heart and something that looks to me like a spoon you get for your take-out ice-cream?
2024, July 15 - 21
Getting so many new ideas and inspirations while walking. I normally don`t like to stop while being out walking, but I do for the things that spark joy in me and to add a few more ideas to my camera roll.
One day this week I started as early as I was able to see the sunrise while walking. Beautiful encounter with nature and a city that awakens softly and boldly.
I went to the Theresienwiese where the Oktoberfest takes place in September. They already started with building. Such an adventure to see this big temporary city come to live.
Only the sky is the limit. How suitable that thougt regarding my audacious goal here. Week 3, still a lot more to go.
2024, July 22 - 28
Waldfriedhof and Hirschgarten it was this week. Two enormous green spaces right in the city. Thankful for all the green and nature around me without the need of leaving town. But I have to say: using public transportation did a lot to my destinations I can choose from. Now only the ticket limitations is my limit.
From great time with my family, to great times ahead with friends. Off to Helsinki, Finnland.
2024, August 12 - 18
Back to walking buddies and walking support. If you ever want to join me on my walks, please don't hesitate to reach out to me.
Being back where I grew up and also exploring some of the Black Forest region.
2024, September 2 - 8
This week Sunday alongside other Rotarians I joined the youth exchange hike to Rotary peak.
While being out and about, I was wondering if I should get myself a go-pro and film where I’m walking. Anyone interested in that?
Also, our district (virtual running) club is coming soon. Stay tuned.
2024, September 23 - 29
As a contrast I did spend some time in the car this week to go to the mountains and watch the beautiful change of colors. The leaves were stunning!
Also, I had the chance to present my fundraiser at our District's Conference on Saturday. Alongside our district's licence plate's promotion I received much support and interest for my walk to Calgary.
2024, October 14 - 20
German Biergarten scenery in downtown Munich. I was blessed with guests from Denver this week so we did a lot of steps together. It's so much fun collecting these steps together!
2024, July 29 - August 4
If you need or want more walking, consider booking a flight. You will be surprised how much walking is actually done at the airport while looking for the gate, picking up your luggage or trying to catch a train later on.
Exploring the city to its fullest. I love walking and exploring a city by foot is really the best way to do it for me. So I did see a lot and I did eat a lot. Great fish, pho, pizza and finish breakfast. The love for food comes right next to my love for walking.
I also enjoyed some thrift store shopping while away from Goodwill. Great antique thrift stores the town has. Greatly recommendable!
One day this week I walked over 34,000 steps. This is new, but I have to admit that I like it.
Second part of this week: back to Munich. Did some great sightseeing in my own home town and found also some art to enjoy.
2024, August 19 - 25
Back in Denver, back to my second home. I started off with walking through Wheat Ridge and came across this beautiful piece of open space: Richards-Hart Estate.
While being at the Arvada Noon Club I got great support and book recommendations regarding walking adventures.
2024, September 9 - 15
Monday is trivia night at Avanti. So to get my miles in I walked there. The Germinators are back in the house, baby!
2024, Sept. 30 - Oct. 6
I left Denver for a few days for Santa Monica and was able to walk on the beach! This was as beautiful and hurtful were the blisters on my feet afterwards. But worth all the pain, because there was Key Lime Pie waiting for me as a treat. Any Key Lime Pie lovers out there?
On Santa Monica Pier there's a Route 66 sign. It got me thinking: is there my next challenge calling for me? Anyone out there in favor? Anyone want to come join me?
2024, October 21 - 27
This is what a typical German fall day looks like - foggy, grey and the urge to stay inside is difficult to beat. But I did! And this beautiful morning scene was the gift to get up early.
2024, August 5 - 11
Different direction for the beginning of this week. I chose to walk out of the city, instead towards the city center.
I can easily get obsessed by now with planning my route for the (next) day. It’s such a great thing to explore new things, areas, neighborhoods. And sometimes there are curious finds along the way.
2024, August 26 - Sep. 1
This week the Broncos 7k run was on. I was so disappointed that I didn’t feel well, but I did walk and finished in 1h 22 min. My first medal this year made me proud of the progress I already made.
2024, September 16 - 22
Did a long walk for my birthday. The day couldn’t have started any better!
I love how many Little Free Libraries I encounter on my way. And there was also a Little Free Library with fieldguides.
On the weekend I walked the Broomfield Days and was treated to a pancake breakfast and the car show.
2024, October 7 - 13
From strolling thorugh the city to The Pretzel Run 5k in Louisville on the weekend. This week was full of walking, as every week right now is.
Got a new medal and ran the 5k. I'm off here to start a significant medal collection. Anyone out there loving medals as much as I do?