Apple Watch walkers: How do you spruce up your walking, to stop it getting boring?

[Howard2k]

I sometimes just walk around the neighbourhood to grab a coffee and get some steps.

And on weekends I like to hike. I have a few favourite trails but it’s nice to try new ones now and then too.

As mentioned - AllTrails is great. And since you’re in England, also the Ordnance Survey app (OSMaps) is superb.

Both have free and paid modes. I use free generally but I’m up in Yorkshire right now and used a trial for OSMaps to use offline maps for my hike today. It’s a stretch to say I would have been lost without OSMaps as I also use the a Compass app backtrack feature, but coverage is spotty on the dales and the offline mode was super useful.

 

[The Cockney Rebel]

I sometimes just walk around the neighbourhood to grab a coffee and get some steps.

And on weekends I like to hike. I have a few favourite trails but it’s nice to try new ones now and then too.

As mentioned - AllTrails is great. And since you’re in England, also the Ordnance Survey app (OSMaps) is superb.

Both have free and paid modes. I use free generally but I’m up in Yorkshire right now and used a trial for OSMaps to use offline maps for my hike today. It’s a stretch to say I would have been lost without OSMaps as I also use the a Compass app backtrack feature, but coverage is spotty on the dales and the offline mode was super useful.

Thanks, H.

 

[tranceking26]

I just take variations of the same walk round my area. It's quite dull but gotta close those rings.

 

[pshufd]

Lately looking for bunnies.

 

[Expos of 1969]

Since moving to Northern Europe almost seven years ago I have not had a car. I walk everywhere and take the subway or bus as needed. It is a 30 minute round trip by foot to the shopping centre and I usually have two heavy bags on the way home so that is a bit of a workout. I try to walk 5 to 10 KM most days at a good pace. I vary between three different routes. No music, no podcasts, just my thoughts and the sounds of nature or traffic. Keep moving as long as you can.

 

[toobravetosave]

That has crossed my mind, but I have OCD so couldn’t do with hair & mess.

I’d love one, though.

I have a hypoallergenic cockerpoo with virtually no shedding and the mess is just toys really. It’s a huge undertaking to get a dog dont get me wrong but you may be more compatible with the opportunity than you think!

 

[The Cockney Rebel]

I have a hypoallergenic cockerpoo with virtually no shedding and the mess is just toys really. It’s a huge undertaking to get a dog dont get me wrong but you may be more compatible with the opportunity than you think!

Thanks, bud.

My favourite breed is the English Bull Terrier.

 

[Apple fanboy]

I started walking when I got my Apple Watch.

Really got into it, but it soon became boring.

So I stopped.

I’m thinking of starting again, but changing my route. Even if it’s just around the block, until I fill my rings.

Can any fellow walkers please share ideas for making walking enjoyable?

Thanks.

Go with Mrs AFB. Enjoy the natural world. Take my camera.

 

[Apple fanboy]

My daily routine is run 2-4 miles before breakfast.
2-3 mile walk before lunch.
Sometimes a walk or cross trainer session in the evening.
Before I got the AW SE I did little exercise. I feel much fitter than before.