With a storm each week and all the snow out there, I am inspired me to take up snowshoeing. I figure that the snow is going to be around for awhile so why not get outside and snowshoe? Besides, I love to exercise outdoors, particularly in the the winter. I find it exhilirating and refreshing.
I bought a pair of snowshoes on sale at REI. I went out today for the first time with a friend. We met at Larz Anderson, strapped on our shoes and climbed up and down the hilly places. We darted in a out of the trees, eagerly watching out for the extreme sledders flying down the hill.
I quickly discovered that it’s a great workout for the hips, butt and legs that also incorporates balance. It’s easy to learn and an ageless activity. I hope to be doing it in my 90’s. It’s a combination of a stairmaster and elliptical machine. My friend urged me to try running, which of course I did. Wow! I loved it. She had to leave but I stayed and continued to showshoe on my own.
Over February vacation I am going to Kripalu Yoga Center in the Berkshires by myself. You bet I’ll take my new snowshoes and explore the hidden paths in the woods and open spaces!
