Last week I spent relaxing in Berkeley’s wonderful Tuolumne Family Camp, nestled against the South Fork of the Tuolumne River in the Sierra Foothills. One morning I wanted to get a wog in before doing tie-dye t-shirts (yeah!), and because of the elevation, heat, and my general mood, I wanted music that was melodic and mellow. Unlax Your Mind, this week’s Weekly Wog, fit the bill, music-wise. This woglist is a Flatliner, and a Very Light one at that—all the songs clock in between 90 and 95 BPM. How could I put a bit more life into this list?
The solution: I walked nearly all of it uphill. Going uphill will turn a light walk into a moderate or even brisk walk, and it carries with it other benefits: The angle of the slope naturally stretches out your calf and thigh muscles, as well as your Achilles tendon, plus it’s much easier on your knees. If you can find a way to walk uphill without having to walk back down, go for it!
Flatliners are designed for use on treadmills, and many modern treadmills can be set to an uphill angle. Especially for walks, I highly recommend it. If you haven’t yet been to Podwogging.com, check it out!
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