So here are the results of my two walks according to my FitBit.
Some differences to note. I worked out in the afternoon yesterday after I had eaten lunch and had done a LeBarre class in the AM. I also was pushing an umbrella stroller with my 25 lb 19 month old son. I didn't have a water holder so I didn't really stop to take a drink, except the 3 spots where you can clearly see I stopped in the blue pace chart.
My work out today was with the 30 lb jogging stroller pushing the 25 lb 19 month old, my 30 lb 3.5 year old, AND my 35 lb 5 year old. I also had to stop more often to pick up things they had dropped, for potty breaks, etc. Another thing to realize is that I had not eaten lunch yet nor had I exercised earlier since this was at 10:30 am. I drank about a half a bottle of water while exercising. Otherwise, the only difference was my respiratory essential oil blend.
Not only was my speed quicker, but my stride was obviously longer. I had 1300 steps more yesterday over the same distance of 3.2 miles. It could have been due to pushing a heavier stroller today which helped me to take wider steps. I'm interested to see how this may differ next time my husband is home and we can split the kids between 2 strollers again. I'm amazed that my heart rate was slower by 13 bpm. This isn't enough data for this science based gal, but it's definitely an interesting look at my heart rate. I remember worrying my trainers years ago because my heart rate would skyrocket into the 200's when I'd exercise due to my breathing issues. I'm glad I now have a natural way to take care of my health and I can most definitely tell the difference when I do work out. Not to mention how nice I smell (at least it'll cover up the sweat in this heat and humidity).
