My mom and I go for a walk, longer than expected. we discuss that once you get out and plan it is the hard part but walking it is the easy part
🌳 Summer Surprises and Sweater Weather
While walking with my mom, she pointed out a fallen tree and remarked on how much the trees have grown this year—thanks to all the rain we’ve had. I was expecting drought conditions after such a heavy snowpack, but it’s turned out to be a surprisingly decent year for water.
We ended up walking 2.5 km in 32 minutes. What started as a simple stroll to the park turned into a detour to the fire hall, and then a little further down the back lane so the dog could go off leash. She’s always happier running free than tugging on a leash, so it was a win for all of us. It was around +15°C when we headed out—sweater weather at first, but warm enough to shed layers by the end.
🚶♂️ Tracking the Walk, Sort Of
We kept a steady pace—about 13 minutes per kilometer—with me carrying my rucker weight and staying mostly in the easy heart rate zone. My mom’s watch didn’t register the full walk at first since she was still warming up, but once she hit her easy zone, it started tracking properly. Funny how our devices told slightly different stories. According to hers, we only covered 2.15 km, even though we know we walked farther. Still, it was a solid outing, and the dog got her off-leash time, which always makes her day.
🐕 Trail Adventures and a Fallen Tree
I snapped a photo of the fallen tree while our dog was off on the trail, hot on the scent of something intriguing. She wandered quite a distance at times, but the moment she realized we’d gotten ahead, she’d sprint back to us like a blur. She’s fast—really fast—and watching her tear down the path with all four legs in perfect sync is always a thrill. It’s her kind of adventure, and we’re just lucky to be part of it.
🚬 The Last Pack
After our walk, I sat outside with a cigarette from what I’m calling my last pack. I’d originally planned to quit on September 22—the first day of autumn—but something shifted. I’ve decided to stop once this pack is done. I’ve got a few smokes left, and the plan now is to pick up some patches and lean on my vape when needed. It’s not perfect, but it’s a start. Snapped a quick photo with the dog beside me—she’s always there, even for the quiet moments.
I’ve got some solid data here that shows effort, consistency, and a good cardiovascular zone.
🧭 Rucking Session Overview
Pack Weight: 14 kg
Carrying that kind of weight adds serious resistance—great for building strength and endurance.
🚶♂️ Pace & Speed
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Moving Pace | 13:01 /km | Steady and consistent |
| Avg Pace | 12:21 /km | Includes brief pauses |
| Best Pace | 5:47 /km | Impressive burst—maybe when the dog bolted? |
| Avg Speed | 4.6 km/h | Comfortable walking speed |
| Max Speed | 10.4 km/h | That’s a jog-level pace! |
⏱️ Timing
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Time | 32:34 |
| Moving Time | 30:53 |
| Elapsed Time | 32:34 |
You were moving almost the entire time—just a couple minutes of pause, likely for the dog or scenery.
❤️ Heart Rate
| Metric | Value | Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Heart Rate | 127 bpm | Easy zone—perfect for endurance |
| Max Heart Rate | 131 bpm | Still within moderate effort |
🏞️ Fitness Summary
👣 Cadence & Steps
| Metric | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Cadence | 92 spm | Solid walking rhythm |
| Max Cadence | 167 spm | Likely during that fast burst |
| Total Steps | 3,112 | Great movement for a short walk |
⛰️ Elevation
| Metric | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Ascent | 10 m | |
| Total Descent | 8 m | |
| Elevation Range | 927–934 m | Gentle terrain, slight rolling hills |
🔥 Calories & Hydration
| Metric | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Resting Calories | 56 | |
| Active Calories | 229 | |
| Total Burn | 285 | |
| Est. Sweat Loss | 359 ml | Stay hydrated—especially with the pack weight |
💪 Intensity Minutes
| Zone | Duration |
|---|---|
| Moderate | 25 min |
| Vigorous | 5 min ×2 |
| Total | 35 min |
You hit both moderate and vigorous zones—great for cardiovascular health and fat burn.
This was a well-rounded session, Nigel. You kept a strong pace, stayed in a healthy heart rate zone, and got a solid calorie burn—all while rucking with 14 kg and letting the dog enjoy her freedom.
A good morning walk 😀 C
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