What's the Adventure ? Kashmir, Jammu & Kashmir, India to Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu, India

Alright guys ! So, what's the adventure ? I keep calling my weight loss journey an adventure but not sharing what is it. I was very hesitant putting this up as I was still thinking Can I do it ? Am I promising too much ? But, you know what; No I am not promising too much. I am not over estimating myself. If I have to achieve my goals I have to do something like this.

Are you guys ready to explore my adventure ?

The plan is to Walk, Jog, Run, Bike Ride (for my friends in India Bike Ride means our own bicycle riding not motorcycle), Treadmill, or any other means of walking related exercise to virtually cover the distance from Kashmir (northern most city) to Kanyakumari (southern most city) in India. I know this is not as adventurous as walking coast to coast here in US living in the tent, camp, motel and walk your way but still as I said earlier for a person like me who is obese, have a family to support this is a good adventure. I know that I am doing it in the comfort of my home.

So, how much exactly is the distance. As per Google Maps, the walking distance from Kashmir to Kanyakumari is 3,778 km (2,361.25 miles). Here is a quick snapshot for your reference,

The timeline to cover this distance of around 2,400 miles is less than 500 days that is approximately 4 to 5 miles a day on an average.

And believe me, I am still doubtful if I can do it. I need a lot of wishes from all of you my friends and blessings of my GOD to help me achieve my goal.

Please keep sending your good wishes and prayers my way.

God, please provide me the courage and strength to achieve the positive results in my weight loss journey. Amen !

What's the Plan ??

Alright, so you guys will say is this just the talk or there is any defined strategy to follow. And the answer is Yes ! there is a plan that I have worked on. So, whats the plan ?

The plan is very simple to start with an exercise that is easy on my body and less prone to injuries. And we all know the answer "Walking !!". Studies have shown that walking is the most easy form of exercise and almost injury free. Just wear your sneakers and head out the door putting one step in front of other.

You just need a good pair of running shoes (I know, I said Walking but asking for running shoes here). My personal experience tells me that running shoes have better cushioning than the walking shoes and that helps a lot.

But, really can just walking help. Answer is I don't know yet if only walking can help but as I said to continue my exercise program for 18 months I need to go easy on my body. Secondly, Walking is something that I can do anytime, anywhere, without the need to go to the Gym or any special equipments. And the good news is I don't need special training for walking. My father taught me how to walk when I was 1 year old and I am already doing it all my life. The only thing that needs to change is the Focus, now I have to pick up a time to walk few extra miles everyday (and please note I mean 365 days a year, no weekends, no excuses, no rest days because do we really need rest day from Walking ??? ).

Walk Anshul Walk !!