Fitness for the Road

Written by Rick Maltin

A Good Parking Space or Fitness for the Road?

I have vivid memories of holiday family gatherings in Washington Heights, New York at my grandparent's apartment. We are all arriving at about the same time and in walks my Uncle Frankie (all the way from the Bronx and after he 'dropped' off the wife and kids) and proudly announces – 'Boy did I get a good parking space! Right in front of the building!'

And though the years I've again heard this phrase – a good parking space! As if this was a major achievement to be shared. And I've seen people driving around parking lots (with plenty of open spaces) just to be able NOT to walk! Or waiting (with their engine running) for someone to pull out of one of those 'good spaces.'

What is a 'good parking space?' Well one that delivers the least amount of walking or effort! Well here's my theory – Parking spaces could help deliver daily activity and added up over a lifetime may add to health and success (well perhaps a little bit).

My definition of a good parking space is one that allows for a little brisk walk every time you park. Think about it – if you walk 10 additional minutes for every shopping stop (for 2 stops and at 4 miles an hour that's about 1 plus mile walk every day!).

It's simple to integrate this into our daily lifestyles. It helps us and the environment! And what a great way to balance stress and health.

Talk about natural health! And remember to walk briskly

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