Want to Walk Off the Pounds?
First, I guess we should address the fact that we had a crazy awesome feature on us in yesterday’s edition of the Statesman 
We are pretty amazed at the great story — and even more impressed with how many individuals have reached out to us as a result. Hi and welcome to the new readers!!
So if you’re new to the @fatroll, and looking to lose a few pounds (and live in the Austin area), check out a program that local business Total Relief Footwear started called “Walk It Off Austin.”
The premise: come into the store, get your picture taken, determine your current weight and review your weight loss goals. Then for every pound you lose, you receive a store credit!
It’s a simple trick to help jump start your weight-loss journey PLUS they help you understand just how important the proper footwear is when beginning a running/walking/exercise program.
Trust me, I made the mistake with my first pair of shoes by getting the “cute” shoes in the “cheap” section of a chain shoe store. More than six blisters on just one foot later, I realized I had bought the wrong pair of shoes… and I had trouble working out for a few days because my feet hurt so bad! Moral of the story — every person’s foot is different and so are each line and brand of shoes. So get the right pair (and support your local businessess)!
And good luck on your weight-loss journey!
