Monday, April 11, 2022

Walking in Germany

I was so inspired by Vicki's post on Friday (and desperate to find some way to keep myself inspired to walk almost every day) that I perused The Conqueror Events website a few times, made a choice, and then signed up. 


I'm doing The Berlin Wall Virtual Challenge, a powerful 30-mile journey through the center of Berlin, Germany, from Waltersdorfer Chaussee to Hermsdorf. What used to be a symbol of a world split in half by the Cold War now is the symbol of freedom, liberty, and unity. The description of this one spoke to me, and I wanted to start with something on the easy side so I could make sure that I would actually do it. I usually walk 2 miles a day, so I think that I should be able to complete 30 miles relatively easily. 

If I can keep this up, I may sign up for The Lord of the Rings challenges. This is a series of five different challenges, going from The Shire, through the Mines of Moria, to Mordor. The Shire alone is 145 miles, so that one may fit my mileage and budget for now. No point getting ahead of myself now when I've only gone ~ six miles, but this is a lot more fun than just plodding along. 

Thanks, Vicki, and I hope to get to Sonnenallee Border Crossing this week!

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10 comments:

  1. KymApril 11, 2022 at 7:32 AM

    Oh, this is such a great idea, Bonny! Maybe I need to find a walk for JoJo and I . . . She needs to lose some weight and get back into good-dog-shape, and I need to find some inspiration to keep her moving. :-)

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  2. VeraApril 11, 2022 at 7:41 AM

    What fun! I looked at the various challenges - they all look interesting and fun.

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  3. SarahApril 11, 2022 at 8:07 AM

    This sounds like fun -- and also one that would be very easy for me to do, considering that I walk a bit more than you every day. I really need to look into more of these challenges!

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  4. karenApril 11, 2022 at 8:46 AM

    what a great motivator and virtual fun!

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  5. AsKatKnitsApril 11, 2022 at 8:47 AM

    Ooo! That is a fun walk! (and I have been contemplating a walk to do!) I would LOVE to do the Lord of the Rings with a buddy! :) Just saying.

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  6. CaroleApril 11, 2022 at 10:19 AM

    Good for you! I will enjoy the vicarious experience!

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  7. Vicki KnitoriousApril 11, 2022 at 10:21 AM

    YAHOO!! The LOTR challenge was just released last week and, as you might imagine, it's been popular. They've had a hard time keeping it "in stock" (the hardware...) but are working on it!

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  8. becksterApril 11, 2022 at 10:40 AM

    This is fascinating, and I will have to peruse the site more in depth because I don't quite understand whether or not you get to see the scenery you are passing through or if it is all still shots that you can peruse later. Nevertheless, it seem like a great motivator! I walk most days, so this would be something that would get me up and going more often, perhaps. I just tweaked my knee, so not a good time to sign up, but maybe when it gets better. Please keep us informed about your adventure, Bonny. And thanks to you and Vicki for letting everyone know about it.

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  9. Jill at emeraldcottageApril 11, 2022 at 12:22 PM

    Awesome challenge! I am also doing a conqueror challenge, the Lands End to John O Groats one, its very motivating to get you out walking every day. good luck!
    Jillxo

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  10. JaneApril 11, 2022 at 8:38 PM

    The walking challenge sounds intriguing. Best of luck completing this challenge. I know walking outdoors improves my mental and physical health but sometimes I need to remind myself of these benefits in order to get going.

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