Happy Friday the 13th

How often do you walk or run?

Let’s talk about physical activity. How often do you walk or run? Don’t answer that yet. I’m not here to judge your Fitbit stats or ask if you’ve hit your daily step goal. Nope, today we’re diving into the real talk: the kind of walking and running we actually do.

First off, there’s the classic walk. No, not the brisk power walk down the street. I’m talking about the slow, deliberate shuffle to the fridge. You know the one, it’s that 10-foot journey from the couch where you mentally argue with yourself over whether you really need that leftover pizza. Spoiler alert: You do. You always do. And, let’s be honest, if we’re counting, I probably clock more mileage from fridge visits than from any so-called “fitness routine.”

Now, let’s get to the running part. When do we really run? Gym? Nope. Jogging in the park? Don’t make me laugh. No, we run when there’s an existential threat; like, say, Michael Myers. Yes, you heard me right. That looming, slow-walking maniac with a knife is the only cardio coach I need. The mere thought of that ominous music playing in the background gets me sprinting like I’m going for gold in the 100-meter dash. Who needs a fitness app when you’ve got a masked serial killer chasing you.

And let’s not forget the ultra-marathon we do when we hear the ice cream truck. Suddenly, we’re Usain Bolt in pajamas, sprinting down the street with unmatched determination. Kids screaming behind me “ Mom wait up,” but I’m gone like the wind. Because sometimes it’s not about the destination; it’s about the sweet, sweet reward.

So, how often do I walk or run? Often enough to keep my fridge stocked and Michael Myers at bay. And if that doesn’t count as a workout, then I don’t know what does.

Answering this daily prompt was fun…lol. Happy Friday the 13th!