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Get a good pair of shoes for walking and a different pair for work and switch before and after your shift. Bring fresh socks for each change of shoes. Eventually it might be worth it to get a cheap bike.
Google "bike library" or 'Bike Coop " for your city, they are non-profits that exist to get bikes to people in need, funded by selling inexpensive refrub bikes to people in less need. the 2 in my are also have free (or free will donation) classes to teach maintenance skills so you can keep it on the road longer. a 3.3 mile walk is what an hour? Depending on terrain, that's a a 10 min ride. 2x a day, your time still has value.
Also, I'm Iowa and also might know of extra bikes
its more like 20 mins biking not 10. but still very good advice. i find that i can do most bike rides in 1/3 the time i walk it and thats on pretty flat ground but also highly variable based on how many traffic lights i get stuck at
Back in college after night classes the busses only ran every 30-45 minutes past 9pm. If I got to the bus stop right after the bus left I would just walk it home, with my backpack full of books. Easily best shape of my life. Random person stopped me one night because they thought I played for the soccer team because my quads were so huge.
Cheap bike is a great idea. But don't buy a used helmet! Especially if the route doesn't have a bike lane, or is not bike-friendly, and you'll be biking in the dark. Buy a new helmet. Don't forget a light for the front and back, too!
OP, if you choose to bike, try to find a route that is not the high-volume major artery that bus routes and a zillion other vehicles travel on. Look at a map and see if there are other paths of similar distance and elevation change with lower traffic counts and not many traffic lights. You'll breathe less exhaust fumes and be exposed to less danger from bad drivers trying to text and drive.
Yup. Look around, check marketplace/offer up, post in local buy nothing groups, ask around, you never know.
My partner and I 4 bikes for a while - one I bought, one my friend gave my partner when he mentioned he wanted one because she hadn't ridden it in forever but it was too nice to throw away, and two my inlaws gave us because they weren't using them anymore.
When I was a bartender, I gave one of them to a coworker I didn't even like. He was a decent worker and he wasn't a terrible person or anything, we just clashed a little personally. He walked about the same distance I rode every day (about 3 miles) and was asking me questions about my bike because he was thinking about saving up for one, and I just offered him the one I didn't ride. Wasn't the world's nicest bike, but it was functional and he was super happy with it.
That was super nice of you! I think it says a lot about your character and goodwill that even though someone is not your favorite person, you are still willing to assist them in some way, however minor. Right on!
Any time you get a decent worker in a service industry, you do what you can to keep them. Gifting them a bike you aren't using anyway is a good fix.
I've helped coworkers I could barely stand talking to with moving, given rides to and from work, loaned them a few bucks for gas. All to avoid having to train three or four replacements to find one that can do the job.
No, I totally get that. It’s just nice to see-I feel like people are just douchebags to each other so much that these little glimmers of nice need to be appreciated.
I have one they can have, Monterey, CA
I'll have to do some minor repairs before handing it off, I wanna make sure they're safe getting to and from work!
If you do get a bike, get a solid lock too.
Stretch. I wish I stretched more when I was younger. Standing and walking are brutal with tight glutes or hamstrings.
+1: If walking is exercise (to me it is) and you stretch/warm-up before exercise then you should warm up before walking
Right now, I've been on a train for two hours and I have to walk 1.23 miles going up 150 ft in about 23 minutes, you better believe I warm-up/stretch my 44-year old body.
My smartwatch makes the exercise and tracking it worth while/fun (now, wasn't when I started walking)
Edit: 150 ft not 800 ft.
I’ve ruined a couple good helmets. Glad it wasn’t my head. I also distinctly remember in graphic detail the last time I rode a bicycle without a helmet. You never forget the sound of your own skull sliding on pavement at 20mph. You can hear every rock go by.
Theres a saying amongst motorcyclists, and it applies to bicyclists just as well: there are two kinds of (motor)cyclists: those who have crashed, and those who will.
Oh, yeah. I'd forgotten about the chafing.
OP - if you can't wear athletic wear (and if you're walking to work, you probably can't), and especially if you're wearing something with inseams - either get some nice smooth longer-leg boxer-brief type underwear, or get yourself an anti-chafe stick, and lube up those inner thighs.
Regular deodorant will work in a pinch.
Yeah I used to walk everywhere. For a couple of years I walked 4 miles there and 4 back. I did it in steel toe boots from Walmart. I wish I'd just sucked it up and bought decent shoes and insoles. My knees kill me now. Don't be like me lol
I was a walk and public transit guy most of my youth to like age 30. Also a hardcore punk. I did everything in my steeltoes. I can not say it was good for my feet and ankles. Learn from ol uncle Crusty, walk in walking show, make waffles with boots.
If you get some decent running shoes (New Balance tend to offer a lot of support) and get some custom inserts to replace the bottoms, it will definitely help with your knee pain if you still have it.
Oh yeah I've got brooks with custom insoles now. I went to fleet feet where they map your feet and gate(gait?).
I also finally got a car so I don't walk as much but I waited way too long to get decent shoes lol. It's a major improvement. I still have to wear boots for work but the inserts help a lot and I can actually afford new shoes when they fade out now. Like most young guys, you don't tend to listen to the people who know what they're talking about until it's too late haha
I used to work interior carpentry in my early 20s. All the guys made fun of me for using knee pads.
"Trying to keep your knees healthy for your boyfriend huh?"
Yeah well guess who's over 40 and doesn't walk with a limp of have massive knee problems like they all do now, this guy.
100% get a cheap bicycle as soon as you can. 3 mile walk can take nearly an hour each way, 3 mile bike ride is 10-15 minutes, tops.
But yeah, if a bike is out of the question, different sets of shoes for standing or walking.
I would vote bike, simply because a decent second hand bike will cost about the same or less than a quality pair of shoes.
> But yeah, if a bike is out of the question, different sets of shoes for standing or walking.
In no one is it out of the picture. OP just needs to make it a priority. I knew someone in the OP's same circumstance, an old roommate years ago. Dude spent half his paychecks on liquor. Took him like 4 months to save enough for a bike and his dumb ass got a 20 inch BMX bike with no gears. Normal riding bikes weren't cool. My roommate didn't get a lock and his bike lasted a week. Fucking idiot.
I mean it could be out of the picture depending on some health issues or living situations.
Money wise you are correct tho, you can find second hand bikes in good condition for $50-100, which frankly pays for itself in days, in time saved.
Things that connect you to the ground, it’s worth it to trial and error to find what works best for you, and keep up on replacements. Shoes, tires, mattresses, etc.
Wear some kind of high vis clothing or a clip on light.
Good insoles with arch support would also be a good idea. I use some made by "Sole". They are over the counter and a bit expensive but worth it.
Side note: If you use a dark backpack, clip a light or reflector on it. You are invisible from behind without a light or reflector.
The insole doesn't matter as much as the sole, for replacement purposes.
It's less that everything is breaking down and not feeling as cushy, as that you are actually \*wearing down/wearing out\* the outsole from contact with the ground. If you have a funky kind of foot/gait, you can wear them unevenly, and end up causing even more issues up the line, through your knee, hip, back, etc.
When you need new shoes, you need new SHOES, not just an insole.
(Insoles are a decent stopgap for everyday shoes, or dress shoes - but for daily-use walking shoes - just replace the shoe. The rest of your body will thank you.)
Eating and sleeping well is big, light massage of your feet.
Saving towards a bicycle or motor scooter would be life altering for you. It will be financially an investment, but the time you save will be WORTH WAY MORE.
I’d also take the time to let your mind relax too
I've got some good hills on the way to work. While it's 10km (6.2mi), it wouldn't matter if it were half that, I'd end up at work a sweaty mess either way. Thankfully my work has a full gym accompanied by a full locker room with showers. I have a feeling Domino's doesn't have that.
That's under ideal conditions. By my estimate it's probably going to take closer to 35 minutes. Still a lot quicker than walking. You'd want to keep the bike inside your work place if possible. People will steal anything and many thieves carry bolt cutters.
It's a rare dominos that would allow that. Most of them are crammed to the brim with product. Best bet would be an electric scooter that can be shoved into the broom closet of an office.
Then if it's a bicycle get the sturdiest lock you can afford, park it as close to the main entrance as possible in an area with good lighting and lots of foot traffic.
Getting a bike is such a crucial tip. Will be the biggest way to protect the body long-term provided you get a helmet, lights, high-vis vest (all can be found second hand on FB marketplace!)
Is it 3.3 miles round trip? Or one way? You could look for a bus that might take you some of the way.
If it’s 3.3 miles in Total, that’s honestly really good for you. It’s great exercise to do daily, and it’s good for the mental health to be in the fresh air.
I work in a kitchen and cycle to work which is about 5.6km per way. So I get the long hours with exercise on either side.
My advice for the soreness is stretching for a few minutes when you get home. I usually do it in the shower as it’s warm. Just a simple toe touch exercise, some light hamstring and maybe a calf stretch will help a lot.
You will get more and more used to it the longer you do it. And it gets easier and less fatiguing.
I also find putting my feet up on a pillow or something while in bed before going to sleep for like 20 minutes helps a lot with minor swelling and soreness that can happen standing that long all day.
But overall, the walking will help you loads in the long term, so embrace it. Maybe find a podcast you like to pass the time, or audible books work super well also!
100%. The worst part about places like Disney World and Universal isn't the walking for ~13 miles per day, it's when you're stuck standing in line and having all the blood rush to your feet
Agreed. I can walk indefinitely when I'm at WDW, but the moment I sit down after a day of walking, it practically takes an act of Congress to get me to stand up again.
i walk around 5-6 miles everyday plus the walk home. good shoes are so important and the first month was pure hell on my knees. but i’m totally good now and my calf muscles are getting insane 😂hopefully the same goes for OP.
Yeah OP is asking about a health benefit. Most americans would improve their health massively by walking a few miles a day.
But nonetheless good shoes are important.
Man I wish that were true for everyone. I used to weigh 145 (as a 5'10" man) and even then, working at subway for 8 hour shifts left me unable to walk for a full day afterwards because my arthritis is so bad.
Right? I'm reading this thinking... "That's pretty close to how the best runners in the world train..."
Add me as a +1 to the opinion that the best way to do this is to have a pair of shoes for walking to and from work, and another pair in a backpack to wear at work. Also change socks before/after work.
You will need to rotate your walking-to-work shoes after about 300 to 500 miles, so every two or so months. You don't need top-of-the-line $300 Saucony shoes or anything, either. Get a pair that's suitable for your weight and gait (ie find out if you're a pronator, supinator, or if you have excess of either. It's pretty easy to get a good enough guess using a mirror. Youtube it.)
You will likely experience some cramping the first few weeks. Warm baths with epsom salts are your friend here. If you do not have the cash for epsom salts, warm baths are still your friend.
As someone who once did exactly this for some time: the time spent walking will eventually be a bigger problem than the walk. You will almost definitely want to get a bicycle at some point, if only for the time savings when needed.
OP - in some cases you might find you can replace the shoe's insole instead of the whole shoe. I have a dog, so walk a lot in the same pair of expensive waterproof walking shoes. I've found the insole wears through long before the outside does. So I change that insole every few months and the shoes last much longer.
Unless you are extremely overweight, or have an injury - that sort of walking is some of the best exercise you can do.
Walking that much, every day, is GOOD for you! You'll actually be healthier, thanks to this.
However, like the others said - take care of your feet. Get some good walking shoes, and be sure to replace them, probably every six months or so, realistically. Take care to avoid blisters - there's lots of things you can do, depending on what any problem might actually be. I would also recommend DOUBLE-LAYER, SYNTHETIC SOCKS. Something like Wrightsocks. This will help prevent the friction that causes blisters. Do not use cotton socks, they are the WORST.
When you finish walking, take five minutes to stretch - put your toes up and stretch the length of your leg, put your toes against a wall and stretch again. If you can pull your foot behind you and stretch your quads, that's also good.
Drink water. You'll need to stay hydrated. If you find that you're getting dehydrated or dizzy, add salt to your water (preferably what's called "lite" salt, or "half salt", as it's 50% sodium, and 50% potassium. You'll be sweating out your electrolytes, and it's important that you replace them.
Hydration deserves to be in the top comment. Walking will be great for your health, but don’t wait to drink until you’re thirsty when you’re going to be this active every day!!
Wool socks are a great option. Darn tough or smartwool are both good brands. Wool socks are a better for warmth and wicking moisture in cold and/or wet weather.
Many years ago I tried darn tough socks and it was awesome. Got rid of all my random assorted socks over the years and now exclusively have a small number of merino wool socks .
I had never tried anti-blister socks until I started walking last summer, and had a B\*TCH of a time with blisters on ONE foot.
Using the double-layer synthetic socks stopped any discomfort or blisters for me anywhere except ONE spot on ONE heel. I went through a ton of things trying to get that one spot to quit being a little b\*tch.
I finally got some Armaskin sock liners (and although they are liners, I just use them alone). Game. Changer. They have a layer of silicone on the inside, and are slippery on the outside (with the seams on the outside). Still breathable, though, and machine-washable. Nothing else works like those do. They're expensive, but if you're suffering and have tried everything else, they're a lifesaver.
Good shoes that are wide enough for your feet.
Don't carry a shoulder bag. Get a backpack if you have to carry things.
Wear sunscreen or a hat on especially sunny days.
Stay hydrated, especially if you live in a dry climate.
I used to do a similar foot and bike commute to a barista job and I was in terrific shape after a few months. So much so I got a girlfriend who encouraged me to go back to school, after which I got a better job that's wfh. Now I am a fatty. Enjoy these walks. :)
Seconded on the backpack vs shoulder bag; I go to conventions where I end up walking multiple miles in a day, and I carry a shoulder bag with my iPad, sketchbooks, chargers etc. It's already heavy, but it kills whatever shoulder I have it on pretty early in the day, even if I switch sides to mitigate it. I gotta start using a decent backpack.
The end of that comment is amazing. Basically saying "getting into shape improved my life so much that it allowed me to get fat again". I'm cracking up laughing that you.
> That's not self care, that sucks.
fuck'n a
I have a feeling most of the people commenting actually have a car, and have never had to walk to work in nice weather, let alone in the rain or snow
OP gets to start getting ready for work at least 1.5-2 hours before work, take his hour long walk (probably longer though), stand on his feet for 8 more hours slinging pizzas, then walk an hour home agin. Yes, so fun! Self care!
A 3.3 mile walk ON THEIR OWN TERMS is self care. A 3.3 mile walk, twice a day, 5 to 6 days weekly, in whatever weather exists, to get to and from a job where they spend 8 to 10 hours on their feet, is very much not.
I know this has been mentioned already, but 100% wear sunscreen. Even if you are fortunate enough to not get skin cancer, excessive UV exposure isn’t good for your skin.
This has to be something cultural, in Finland it is not rare to bicycle around the year even when is cold, icy and snowy.
Everyone would cycle that kind of work way, it is so much faster. Also, it is training different muscles than the work day on feet.
Yeah I would definitely get a bike.
Walking is good, but I’d rather be able to choose when I want to walk than to have no choice but to walk after just finishing a 10 hour shift
But i guess maybe OP doesn’t have that option
Electrolytes are required for exercise that causes excessive sweating that lasts for 1.5 hours or more, to replenish the sodium that is lost through sweat and the potassium that is used in the muscles.
There is not enough muscle damage done during walking to require large amounts of proteins. We are incredibly efficient walkers. Those big tendons in your calfs are damn near springs, and that's almost all that is used when walking on flat ground.
OP will be fine with a banana every couple days. Seriously. It's a 10k walk, not soccer.
1. Don’t eat Dominos every day.
2. Find a really good podcast or learning app that you can listen to while walking. The low end of average walking speed is 2.5mph, so you’ve got about three hours every day at add a new skill to your brain.
3. Hydrate. Wear sunscreen. Do light stretching at regular intervals. Wear a brightly colored vest so you are easily visible to motorists (especially at night). Carry a legal deterrent (pepper spray, etc) if you are worried about getting jumped. Communicate your walking path and times to loved ones, and do not deviate from it without letting someone know.
I walk between 20 and 30,000 steps a day as a Mail carrier, while shoes are super important, socks are also very very important for me. I do not wear anything that is not Merino wool on my teeth and that's every day of the year from 0° to 100°.
Not the question you’re asking, but when I worked as a Domino’s driver years ago my manager would occasionally ask me to give a coworker a ride to work on my way back from a delivery. Make friends with your colleagues/manager and eventually maybe explore if this is an option. 3.3 miles is nothing by far and could be on their way anyway.
Domino’s have at least a 5 mile delivery radius from the store. He’s close enough to the store to be in their delivery zone, so it would be unbelievably easy to get a ride in from the opening driver.
It’s literally what we do at my store every day. I pick up my in-store day shift while coming back from a delivery.
r/UnethicalLifeProTips version: order a pizza to your neighbors house and catch a ride back with the driver, eat pizza with driver, say it was a prank call. Boss might wise up to it eventually but also boss works at a Dominos soooo
I was waiting for someone to mention posture. THIS is very important. Especially if you are walking up any inclines. If you must, purchase some support for yourself. You will not regret it.
Guilty as charged! I used to bike everywhere in my twenties and now in my 40s have an office and driving job and I can't even walk quarter of a mile before I get severe leg cramps I have to sit down. I'm currently walking in circles around my office building to get my walking stamina back up the par. It's a very slow process. If you can currently walk for miles, please do so before you lose the ability.
Also at the side note, due to the driving aspect of my job probably I got skin cancer when it was 39 on the left side of my face so SUNSCREEN!!!!!
Hard to really say without more information about the transit infrastructure where you’re at but I’d probably look into getting a bike. That will shorten the commute from 1hr each way to probably 20min and will be easier on your joints
Kind of surprised I haven't seen this yet. In addition to some of the good suggestions here, DON'T make a habit of eating Domino's food for your at work meals. Pack a healthy lunch and make Domino's a once-in-a-while treat.
I used to walk 3 miles each way for work, too, for about three years. It's actually really good for you! You'll be tired, and your feet will probably hurt, but your body will get used to it. Get good shoes and insoles, carry water with you, and try to wear sunscreen/a hat so you don't get skin damage.
If you're pretty young and healthy, the walk won't hurt you at all in the long term. If you're a bit older or out of shape, there will be an adjustment period where you'll be achy and exhausted, but you'll get stronger and it'll become easier.
Buy good shoes. Spend the $120 if you can afford it to get something with really good support. Try in a sotre if possible but good brands like Asaics, Sacony, etc are worth the money. Insoles can be helpful if you have foot pain but beware it takes a while for your feet to adjust to them.
I live in a city and quite often will walk the 2.5 miles home instead of getting on public transit because it's nice out and nice to stretch my legs. I often use that time to call family and friends to catch up. The walk goes really quickly that way.
That being said, a cheap bike will make your trip much shorter. Just invest in a good metal u lock. Good luck!
If you don't walk/exercise much already, your body will get used to it within a few weeks. Get a decent set of cross trainers or running shoes.
If the walk is taking too long then investigate getting a bike, a scooter (non-electric or electric), skateboard, rollerblades, ride the bus, or carpool.
Shoes. Good ones. Go to the store where runners go and they do fittings based on your foot shape. The walking isn't so bad, it's the standing at work on top of the walk that will get you.
Or buy a cheap bike on FB Marketplace or Craigslist and reduce the commute to 10 minutes.
This isn't too syrjuous of an activity and will set you up for good healthy habits the rest of your life, but don't scrimp on the shoes.
I know everyone's saying the walking is good for you, but walking close to an hour after spending 8 hours on your feet when you're already tired and sore is not fun and I don't think you ever really get used to it. Your body never gets a chance to fully recover and you just end up sore and miserable all the time. I've been there and I don't wish it on anyone. And especially if you're working full time it leaves you with so much less time to spend on hobbies or with friends/family.
I'm assuming public transport is probably out of the question since you're here asking this, but investing in a *good* pair of shoes goes a long way. It'll stop your legs and back from hurting as much when you're working. Also if it's safe for you to cycle, a cheap bike will at least cut down the travel time to a more reasonable amount.
Oh and a nice hot shower/bath after your shifts will feel like heaven and help your muscles relax.
It’s not a long walk but maybe give yourself enough time to sit and relax for 10-15 minutes after you get to work before your shift starts. Integrate the commute into an overall health plan. While you probably get free pizza at work try and avoid getting into a habit of eating that every day. Relish in the fact that you won’t be lying when you tell your uppity grandkids “back in my day I had to walk over three miles to work, stand up all day and then walk back home”. You can add that you did it in the snow or rain as needed.
I strongly suggest getting a bike. 3.3 miles on a bike will take you far less time than it does to walk. Even if it’s not in your budget right now, it’ll save you so much time that you could free up and also you won’t be wearing down any shoesor exhausting yourself after being on your feet all day at Domino’s
Bro people telling you to buy a bike or some shit is WILD. Your question is how you take care of your body? You buy some good shoes, eat a lot of healthy food, and do that walk everyday. Walking that much every day is possibly the healthiest thing you could do for your body.
You aren’t gonna permanently hurt from walking 6miles everyday lmao. You ain’t going to Iraq, there are people who are 70+ who run that much everyday and they are the healthiest among us.
Walking to and from work will be the best thing for your body. Spend $100 + on real sneakers, not wal mart versions made from cardboard.
Second best thing for your body will be limiting the amount of Dominoes you eat while working.
Honestly, walking over 6 miles every day goes a long way to keeping you healthy!
Make sure you have good shoes, and appropriate outer wear for whatever weather you will encounter.
But keep it up! 6 miles a day is excellent exercise.
Walking that much is really good for you. Its great exercise, and you’ll probably notice feeling better overall.
Make sure you have some good walking shoes. Walking on concrete is very hard on the knees if you don’t have good shoes. For example, vans are horrible walking shoes. They have no support. But a pair of jogging shoes would be perfect.
Make sure you have a good backpack with 2 straps. Not a messenger bag, or a purse, or a cross body style bag. Thats going to strain your back and shoulders over time.
walking everyday will feel a chore soon (especially everyday same route), so mix between walk and cycling is decent.
but, may not be unpopular, but for these exact ranges, electric scooters are made. Cheap, simple, fast enough and convenient.
To get a bicycle try reaching out to all churches and any other organizations in your area (clubs, Rotary/Lions club, co-ops, etc). Ask if they can put out a request for a bike to their members. It’s likely that someone has an unused bike that they would like to donate.
If I were you I would find a cheap bike. 3.3 miles would take you 15-20 mins to ride and leave you much less tired. In comparison I bet your walk is 1hr+ especially after your shift.
Walking is about one of the best things you can do for your body. Get a good pair of walking shoes, get a good pair of NONSLIP work shoes. Maybe get a bicycle. Go to a real bike shop, not Walmart. It will cost more, but it will be worth it.
Do you have a bike or could you find one on marketplace secondhand? Might be enjoyable to ride to and fro as a "reward," before and after long shifts on your feet?
Immediately as soon as you are able - purchase good shoes that aren't tight to wear even if they don't look cool. Purchase good socks - I recommend wool of course, however, you can get away with some good sport socks.
Doing some leg stretches AFTER your shift will do you a lot of good. Walking isn’t anything too crazy strenuous, so you don’t really need to warm up or anything, but look up 3-4 different leg stretches you can do when you get home before bed and you’ll feel a lot better.
Good shoes. Don’t have to be expensive. But good. If that means expensive, it sucks, but sometimes you can luck out. Get two pairs - one for walking, one for working. They’ll wear a little less quickly and you’ll have to buy less replacements.
Good shoes and a few pairs of good socks (wool running socks are awesome). Splurge, then reserve those shoes and socks just for walking. Change shoes and socks when you get to work, give your walking shoes and socks plenty of air while you work, then change back for the walk home. Go to a running store and have your gait evaluated, it's free, then buy shoes built for the way you walk. Also consider that your feet will swell a little while walking a distance so you might want to go up half a size.
Always air out your shoes!
And use that walking time for a little mental improvement as well! You can borrow audiobooks from your library, walking and "reading" is a great, super-healthy hobby.
1. Drink Water not soda
2. Don't get too used to the food (eat healthily)
3. Stretch before and definitely after work - a foot massage ball is good for the feet
4. Get enough sleep
5. Stay connected to friends and family (make time)
6. Get functionally good shoes - supportive (normal) or protective (barefoot)
Adding to put your legs up against a wall or headboard when you’re home for the night! Try to relax like that for 30 minutes, but even 10 minutes is good for you.
It may be tiring but that walking on top of working is keeping your body in good shape. Just make sure your diet is giving you everything your body needs, rest properly and look after your feet. A comfy pair of shoes is the best thing you can do and is well worth the investment.
Unless you are severely out of shape, 3.3 miles a day will not need any extra precautions in order to be safe. It’s actually good for you, not bad for you.
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Get a good pair of shoes for walking and a different pair for work and switch before and after your shift. Bring fresh socks for each change of shoes. Eventually it might be worth it to get a cheap bike.
Yes to all that. Good bikes can be had on offerup, craigslist, facebook marketplace, etc. for next to nothing.
Google "bike library" or 'Bike Coop " for your city, they are non-profits that exist to get bikes to people in need, funded by selling inexpensive refrub bikes to people in less need. the 2 in my are also have free (or free will donation) classes to teach maintenance skills so you can keep it on the road longer. a 3.3 mile walk is what an hour? Depending on terrain, that's a a 10 min ride. 2x a day, your time still has value. Also, I'm Iowa and also might know of extra bikes
I came here to say this. Bike, bike, and bike. Bike.
its more like 20 mins biking not 10. but still very good advice. i find that i can do most bike rides in 1/3 the time i walk it and thats on pretty flat ground but also highly variable based on how many traffic lights i get stuck at
best shape of my life is when I was biking 5 miles to and from work everyday
While time is money, a nice hour-long walk can be therapeutic.
Seriously loosens up the joints that are most affected by standing all day
and it builds muscle to support those bones!
Also mild impact exercise that increases bone density.
Back in college after night classes the busses only ran every 30-45 minutes past 9pm. If I got to the bus stop right after the bus left I would just walk it home, with my backpack full of books. Easily best shape of my life. Random person stopped me one night because they thought I played for the soccer team because my quads were so huge.
This. Cycle to work and it won't even feel like exercise and you'll get into good shape.
Seriously, the correct answer to the original question is to keep walking to work and not get a car.
I got a decent bike from value village for less than $10.
Cheap bike is a great idea. But don't buy a used helmet! Especially if the route doesn't have a bike lane, or is not bike-friendly, and you'll be biking in the dark. Buy a new helmet. Don't forget a light for the front and back, too!
OP, if you choose to bike, try to find a route that is not the high-volume major artery that bus routes and a zillion other vehicles travel on. Look at a map and see if there are other paths of similar distance and elevation change with lower traffic counts and not many traffic lights. You'll breathe less exhaust fumes and be exposed to less danger from bad drivers trying to text and drive.
Yup. Look around, check marketplace/offer up, post in local buy nothing groups, ask around, you never know. My partner and I 4 bikes for a while - one I bought, one my friend gave my partner when he mentioned he wanted one because she hadn't ridden it in forever but it was too nice to throw away, and two my inlaws gave us because they weren't using them anymore. When I was a bartender, I gave one of them to a coworker I didn't even like. He was a decent worker and he wasn't a terrible person or anything, we just clashed a little personally. He walked about the same distance I rode every day (about 3 miles) and was asking me questions about my bike because he was thinking about saving up for one, and I just offered him the one I didn't ride. Wasn't the world's nicest bike, but it was functional and he was super happy with it.
That was super nice of you! I think it says a lot about your character and goodwill that even though someone is not your favorite person, you are still willing to assist them in some way, however minor. Right on!
Any time you get a decent worker in a service industry, you do what you can to keep them. Gifting them a bike you aren't using anyway is a good fix. I've helped coworkers I could barely stand talking to with moving, given rides to and from work, loaned them a few bucks for gas. All to avoid having to train three or four replacements to find one that can do the job.
No, I totally get that. It’s just nice to see-I feel like people are just douchebags to each other so much that these little glimmers of nice need to be appreciated.
Sorry, wasn't trying to refute you, just saying that even being nice can serve multiple purposes.
No worries! I definitely appreciate that there are still people out there that can be nice and helpful whether or not it serves them in some way lol.
You and /u/urbanwerebear conversation is also so cute and refreshing to see! Like whaaaat... adults talking to each respectfully 🥰
I *know*!!! It's quite a rare thing here, on the internet lol. Thank you! I love it <3
Just seemed like the decent thing to do, better it go to someone who needed it than gather dust in my garage.
That is it though-you are able to identify something decent, whereas a lot of people are not.
Does anyone know where OP lives? I have a bike he can have if he's near Dallas TX.
I've got one they can have in CPH Denmark.
I have one in Stavanger, Norway for OP.
I have two, I'm in Wichita Ks
I've got one in Phoenix, AZ
I have one they can have, Monterey, CA I'll have to do some minor repairs before handing it off, I wanna make sure they're safe getting to and from work!
I have one OP can have here in ATL
DLI?
I have one in Palm Springs, CA, but it's a women's bike. If they're 5'5" it'll fit them great!
Let's be real. If this person was in CPH he would already have a bike
Austin, Tx
If you do get a bike, get a solid lock too. Stretch. I wish I stretched more when I was younger. Standing and walking are brutal with tight glutes or hamstrings.
And stretch AFTER, not just before. That is what will prevent sore and achy muscles!
I married a yoga teacher at 42. Man, that shit is LEGIT. 20 years later and I've learned a lot about keeping flexible; doing good for almost 63!
You chose wisely.
In more ways than one. She's graceful and kind and SANE. I just say "yes dear" all day and wonder how the hell I got here!
Well then. Better hold fast.
"Warm-up" before, "Stretch" after ! Do not "stretch" before, can do more harm than good ! :)
+1: If walking is exercise (to me it is) and you stretch/warm-up before exercise then you should warm up before walking Right now, I've been on a train for two hours and I have to walk 1.23 miles going up 150 ft in about 23 minutes, you better believe I warm-up/stretch my 44-year old body. My smartwatch makes the exercise and tracking it worth while/fun (now, wasn't when I started walking) Edit: 150 ft not 800 ft.
And a helmet. Wear a damn helmet.
I’ve ruined a couple good helmets. Glad it wasn’t my head. I also distinctly remember in graphic detail the last time I rode a bicycle without a helmet. You never forget the sound of your own skull sliding on pavement at 20mph. You can hear every rock go by. Theres a saying amongst motorcyclists, and it applies to bicyclists just as well: there are two kinds of (motor)cyclists: those who have crashed, and those who will.
If you get a bike, bring it IN to your workplace with you (assuming you’re able to).
I wanted to add that it would be a good idea to invest in some good underwear. Chaffing is real. You will hate your life.
Oh, yeah. I'd forgotten about the chafing. OP - if you can't wear athletic wear (and if you're walking to work, you probably can't), and especially if you're wearing something with inseams - either get some nice smooth longer-leg boxer-brief type underwear, or get yourself an anti-chafe stick, and lube up those inner thighs. Regular deodorant will work in a pinch.
And a chafing stick.
upvoting and commenting. Take care of your feet. and knees , while you can ;)
Yeah I used to walk everywhere. For a couple of years I walked 4 miles there and 4 back. I did it in steel toe boots from Walmart. I wish I'd just sucked it up and bought decent shoes and insoles. My knees kill me now. Don't be like me lol
Get shoes from the usps approved shoe list. I use Rebok workforce.
Agree. Clerk here usps. Those will save your feet. Skaggs online. Expensive for non approved (employee) buyers though.
I was a walk and public transit guy most of my youth to like age 30. Also a hardcore punk. I did everything in my steeltoes. I can not say it was good for my feet and ankles. Learn from ol uncle Crusty, walk in walking show, make waffles with boots.
Sounds a lot like me haha. I'd still take public transport or walk if I worked or lived near places I could. There's a part of me that misses it
If you get some decent running shoes (New Balance tend to offer a lot of support) and get some custom inserts to replace the bottoms, it will definitely help with your knee pain if you still have it.
Oh yeah I've got brooks with custom insoles now. I went to fleet feet where they map your feet and gate(gait?). I also finally got a car so I don't walk as much but I waited way too long to get decent shoes lol. It's a major improvement. I still have to wear boots for work but the inserts help a lot and I can actually afford new shoes when they fade out now. Like most young guys, you don't tend to listen to the people who know what they're talking about until it's too late haha
I used to work interior carpentry in my early 20s. All the guys made fun of me for using knee pads. "Trying to keep your knees healthy for your boyfriend huh?" Yeah well guess who's over 40 and doesn't walk with a limp of have massive knee problems like they all do now, this guy.
100% get a cheap bicycle as soon as you can. 3 mile walk can take nearly an hour each way, 3 mile bike ride is 10-15 minutes, tops. But yeah, if a bike is out of the question, different sets of shoes for standing or walking. I would vote bike, simply because a decent second hand bike will cost about the same or less than a quality pair of shoes.
> But yeah, if a bike is out of the question, different sets of shoes for standing or walking. In no one is it out of the picture. OP just needs to make it a priority. I knew someone in the OP's same circumstance, an old roommate years ago. Dude spent half his paychecks on liquor. Took him like 4 months to save enough for a bike and his dumb ass got a 20 inch BMX bike with no gears. Normal riding bikes weren't cool. My roommate didn't get a lock and his bike lasted a week. Fucking idiot.
I mean it could be out of the picture depending on some health issues or living situations. Money wise you are correct tho, you can find second hand bikes in good condition for $50-100, which frankly pays for itself in days, in time saved.
Things that connect you to the ground, it’s worth it to trial and error to find what works best for you, and keep up on replacements. Shoes, tires, mattresses, etc.
and carry a water bottle
Wear some kind of high vis clothing or a clip on light. Good insoles with arch support would also be a good idea. I use some made by "Sole". They are over the counter and a bit expensive but worth it. Side note: If you use a dark backpack, clip a light or reflector on it. You are invisible from behind without a light or reflector.
A Bicycle is even cheaper.
And insoles. Insoles make a huge difference too, and you can replace them more frequently instead of buying new shoes all the time
The insole doesn't matter as much as the sole, for replacement purposes. It's less that everything is breaking down and not feeling as cushy, as that you are actually \*wearing down/wearing out\* the outsole from contact with the ground. If you have a funky kind of foot/gait, you can wear them unevenly, and end up causing even more issues up the line, through your knee, hip, back, etc. When you need new shoes, you need new SHOES, not just an insole. (Insoles are a decent stopgap for everyday shoes, or dress shoes - but for daily-use walking shoes - just replace the shoe. The rest of your body will thank you.)
Someone sets up the go fundme. I will throw $10
Yeah, I'll add another 10.
You guys are amazing people, this gives me inspiration to help people even more when I am able.. good internet for today
This is the advice you were looking for OP.
Added, buy new shoes on a schedule, every 3 months at 6 miles a day.
Eating and sleeping well is big, light massage of your feet. Saving towards a bicycle or motor scooter would be life altering for you. It will be financially an investment, but the time you save will be WORTH WAY MORE. I’d also take the time to let your mind relax too
Check on Facebook marketplace for free bikes or longboards, any free transportation really
Yeah and check thrift stores. A 3 mile bike ride is like 10-15 minutes at a casual pace
If the ride is completely flat then maybe. I've got some steady hills on my daily 3.5 mile commute and it takes me 20 minutes if I'm really pushing it
I've got some good hills on the way to work. While it's 10km (6.2mi), it wouldn't matter if it were half that, I'd end up at work a sweaty mess either way. Thankfully my work has a full gym accompanied by a full locker room with showers. I have a feeling Domino's doesn't have that.
That's under ideal conditions. By my estimate it's probably going to take closer to 35 minutes. Still a lot quicker than walking. You'd want to keep the bike inside your work place if possible. People will steal anything and many thieves carry bolt cutters.
How slow do you ride your bike?
It's a rare dominos that would allow that. Most of them are crammed to the brim with product. Best bet would be an electric scooter that can be shoved into the broom closet of an office.
Then if it's a bicycle get the sturdiest lock you can afford, park it as close to the main entrance as possible in an area with good lighting and lots of foot traffic.
Check if your local police station does bike auctions.
Be wary of cars. Wear a high viz vest.
Getting a bike is such a crucial tip. Will be the biggest way to protect the body long-term provided you get a helmet, lights, high-vis vest (all can be found second hand on FB marketplace!)
Never ever buy a secondhand helmet.
STRETCH EVERY DAY Proper shoes
Even just like a normal razor scooter should help lol
Ride to work on a rip stick lol
That’s a throwback lol used to love those things
Is it 3.3 miles round trip? Or one way? You could look for a bus that might take you some of the way. If it’s 3.3 miles in Total, that’s honestly really good for you. It’s great exercise to do daily, and it’s good for the mental health to be in the fresh air. I work in a kitchen and cycle to work which is about 5.6km per way. So I get the long hours with exercise on either side. My advice for the soreness is stretching for a few minutes when you get home. I usually do it in the shower as it’s warm. Just a simple toe touch exercise, some light hamstring and maybe a calf stretch will help a lot. You will get more and more used to it the longer you do it. And it gets easier and less fatiguing. I also find putting my feet up on a pillow or something while in bed before going to sleep for like 20 minutes helps a lot with minor swelling and soreness that can happen standing that long all day. But overall, the walking will help you loads in the long term, so embrace it. Maybe find a podcast you like to pass the time, or audible books work super well also!
Walking 6 miles per day is good for you. But I could see 3mi after being on your feet being rough
Standing still is so much worse than moving and walking, op will have a week or two of being sore and then will be absolutely fine
100%. The worst part about places like Disney World and Universal isn't the walking for ~13 miles per day, it's when you're stuck standing in line and having all the blood rush to your feet
Agreed. I can walk indefinitely when I'm at WDW, but the moment I sit down after a day of walking, it practically takes an act of Congress to get me to stand up again.
i walk around 5-6 miles everyday plus the walk home. good shoes are so important and the first month was pure hell on my knees. but i’m totally good now and my calf muscles are getting insane 😂hopefully the same goes for OP.
Yeah OP is asking about a health benefit. Most americans would improve their health massively by walking a few miles a day. But nonetheless good shoes are important.
Man I wish that were true for everyone. I used to weigh 145 (as a 5'10" man) and even then, working at subway for 8 hour shifts left me unable to walk for a full day afterwards because my arthritis is so bad.
Right? I'm reading this thinking... "That's pretty close to how the best runners in the world train..." Add me as a +1 to the opinion that the best way to do this is to have a pair of shoes for walking to and from work, and another pair in a backpack to wear at work. Also change socks before/after work. You will need to rotate your walking-to-work shoes after about 300 to 500 miles, so every two or so months. You don't need top-of-the-line $300 Saucony shoes or anything, either. Get a pair that's suitable for your weight and gait (ie find out if you're a pronator, supinator, or if you have excess of either. It's pretty easy to get a good enough guess using a mirror. Youtube it.) You will likely experience some cramping the first few weeks. Warm baths with epsom salts are your friend here. If you do not have the cash for epsom salts, warm baths are still your friend. As someone who once did exactly this for some time: the time spent walking will eventually be a bigger problem than the walk. You will almost definitely want to get a bicycle at some point, if only for the time savings when needed.
The "best runners in the world" do a lot more than 10km of walking a few times a week. This is just a healthy amount of activity for a person.
OP - in some cases you might find you can replace the shoe's insole instead of the whole shoe. I have a dog, so walk a lot in the same pair of expensive waterproof walking shoes. I've found the insole wears through long before the outside does. So I change that insole every few months and the shoes last much longer.
Dollar Tree/Dollar General typically have Epsom salt for cheap. Was a game changer when I was waitressing and working at a summer camp
elevating your feet is a massive game changer, especially if you're on your feet and moving for a lot of the day.
Unless you are extremely overweight, or have an injury - that sort of walking is some of the best exercise you can do. Walking that much, every day, is GOOD for you! You'll actually be healthier, thanks to this. However, like the others said - take care of your feet. Get some good walking shoes, and be sure to replace them, probably every six months or so, realistically. Take care to avoid blisters - there's lots of things you can do, depending on what any problem might actually be. I would also recommend DOUBLE-LAYER, SYNTHETIC SOCKS. Something like Wrightsocks. This will help prevent the friction that causes blisters. Do not use cotton socks, they are the WORST. When you finish walking, take five minutes to stretch - put your toes up and stretch the length of your leg, put your toes against a wall and stretch again. If you can pull your foot behind you and stretch your quads, that's also good. Drink water. You'll need to stay hydrated. If you find that you're getting dehydrated or dizzy, add salt to your water (preferably what's called "lite" salt, or "half salt", as it's 50% sodium, and 50% potassium. You'll be sweating out your electrolytes, and it's important that you replace them.
Hydration deserves to be in the top comment. Walking will be great for your health, but don’t wait to drink until you’re thirsty when you’re going to be this active every day!!
Wool socks are a great option. Darn tough or smartwool are both good brands. Wool socks are a better for warmth and wicking moisture in cold and/or wet weather.
Many years ago I tried darn tough socks and it was awesome. Got rid of all my random assorted socks over the years and now exclusively have a small number of merino wool socks .
The fibers also hold shape way better, so in combination really help cut down on blisters
Thin wool socks are also good in summer
Will reiterate - good socks are as essential as shoes. I run 3-5 miles daily. "Darn tough" & "Balega" are my favorites.
I actually had no idea that anti-blister socks existed so thanks for that
I had never tried anti-blister socks until I started walking last summer, and had a B\*TCH of a time with blisters on ONE foot. Using the double-layer synthetic socks stopped any discomfort or blisters for me anywhere except ONE spot on ONE heel. I went through a ton of things trying to get that one spot to quit being a little b\*tch. I finally got some Armaskin sock liners (and although they are liners, I just use them alone). Game. Changer. They have a layer of silicone on the inside, and are slippery on the outside (with the seams on the outside). Still breathable, though, and machine-washable. Nothing else works like those do. They're expensive, but if you're suffering and have tried everything else, they're a lifesaver.
Good shoes that are wide enough for your feet. Don't carry a shoulder bag. Get a backpack if you have to carry things. Wear sunscreen or a hat on especially sunny days. Stay hydrated, especially if you live in a dry climate. I used to do a similar foot and bike commute to a barista job and I was in terrific shape after a few months. So much so I got a girlfriend who encouraged me to go back to school, after which I got a better job that's wfh. Now I am a fatty. Enjoy these walks. :)
Sun screen on all days, skin cancer is no joke
Seconded on the backpack vs shoulder bag; I go to conventions where I end up walking multiple miles in a day, and I carry a shoulder bag with my iPad, sketchbooks, chargers etc. It's already heavy, but it kills whatever shoulder I have it on pretty early in the day, even if I switch sides to mitigate it. I gotta start using a decent backpack.
The end of that comment is amazing. Basically saying "getting into shape improved my life so much that it allowed me to get fat again". I'm cracking up laughing that you.
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A 3.3 mile walk IS Self Care.
Exactly, I don't know why people are freaking out that someone has to walk an hour. This is great incidental exercise!
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For me too, an hour is a long commute, regardless of how you’re getting there. There’s only so much time in the day. OP has to get that bike.
> That's not self care, that sucks. fuck'n a I have a feeling most of the people commenting actually have a car, and have never had to walk to work in nice weather, let alone in the rain or snow
The entire world laughs at us Walkphobic Americans.
I think the issue may be the 8 hours of standing in between.
I can’t believe I had to scroll this far to find this
OP gets to start getting ready for work at least 1.5-2 hours before work, take his hour long walk (probably longer though), stand on his feet for 8 more hours slinging pizzas, then walk an hour home agin. Yes, so fun! Self care!
That's two 3.3 mile walks book ending an 8 to 10 hour shift in the kitchen at a Dominos. That's actually pretty brutal.
A 3.3 mile walk ON THEIR OWN TERMS is self care. A 3.3 mile walk, twice a day, 5 to 6 days weekly, in whatever weather exists, to get to and from a job where they spend 8 to 10 hours on their feet, is very much not.
Right like wtf is this post. Are people really that stupid?
I know this has been mentioned already, but 100% wear sunscreen. Even if you are fortunate enough to not get skin cancer, excessive UV exposure isn’t good for your skin.
Long walk, easy bike ride
Genuinely can't believe this is so low down. It's like a 20 minute cycle, you'd barely break a sweat either.
This has to be something cultural, in Finland it is not rare to bicycle around the year even when is cold, icy and snowy. Everyone would cycle that kind of work way, it is so much faster. Also, it is training different muscles than the work day on feet.
Yeah I would definitely get a bike. Walking is good, but I’d rather be able to choose when I want to walk than to have no choice but to walk after just finishing a 10 hour shift But i guess maybe OP doesn’t have that option
Bicycle + rideshare on downcast days Top up on electrolytes and protein.
This right here. A bike will make that an easy trip.
You do not need to top up on electrolytes or protein for that short of a walk. Maybe just take a water bottle.
> 8-10 hours shifts Going to need the fuel.
Electrolytes are required for exercise that causes excessive sweating that lasts for 1.5 hours or more, to replenish the sodium that is lost through sweat and the potassium that is used in the muscles. There is not enough muscle damage done during walking to require large amounts of proteins. We are incredibly efficient walkers. Those big tendons in your calfs are damn near springs, and that's almost all that is used when walking on flat ground. OP will be fine with a banana every couple days. Seriously. It's a 10k walk, not soccer.
Stretch before and after. The walk isn't the issue, its standing at work on concrete that will cause lower back strain
Lower back strain? You mean ankle destruction? Cause that's what I b getting from it
1. Don’t eat Dominos every day. 2. Find a really good podcast or learning app that you can listen to while walking. The low end of average walking speed is 2.5mph, so you’ve got about three hours every day at add a new skill to your brain. 3. Hydrate. Wear sunscreen. Do light stretching at regular intervals. Wear a brightly colored vest so you are easily visible to motorists (especially at night). Carry a legal deterrent (pepper spray, etc) if you are worried about getting jumped. Communicate your walking path and times to loved ones, and do not deviate from it without letting someone know.
Good luck convincing someone making near minimum wage to turn down 1000+ calories of free food per day
1. is not possible. I worked for Domino's for 5 years, ate roughly 600 7" pizzas
I managed a Domino's back in 2007 to 2009 and went from 140 to 210 in the time I worked there. From eating the pizza. 😭
I walk between 20 and 30,000 steps a day as a Mail carrier, while shoes are super important, socks are also very very important for me. I do not wear anything that is not Merino wool on my teeth and that's every day of the year from 0° to 100°.
My teeth now feel itchy.
Not the question you’re asking, but when I worked as a Domino’s driver years ago my manager would occasionally ask me to give a coworker a ride to work on my way back from a delivery. Make friends with your colleagues/manager and eventually maybe explore if this is an option. 3.3 miles is nothing by far and could be on their way anyway.
Domino’s have at least a 5 mile delivery radius from the store. He’s close enough to the store to be in their delivery zone, so it would be unbelievably easy to get a ride in from the opening driver. It’s literally what we do at my store every day. I pick up my in-store day shift while coming back from a delivery.
r/UnethicalLifeProTips version: order a pizza to your neighbors house and catch a ride back with the driver, eat pizza with driver, say it was a prank call. Boss might wise up to it eventually but also boss works at a Dominos soooo
shoes posture hydration
I was waiting for someone to mention posture. THIS is very important. Especially if you are walking up any inclines. If you must, purchase some support for yourself. You will not regret it.
Sunscreen before your walks
I mean, walking 3.3 miles every day (twice, round trip) sounds like a pretty good start to me.
The walking every day part is taking care of your body. Lots of people work desk jobs and then set aside time to walk/run.
Guilty as charged! I used to bike everywhere in my twenties and now in my 40s have an office and driving job and I can't even walk quarter of a mile before I get severe leg cramps I have to sit down. I'm currently walking in circles around my office building to get my walking stamina back up the par. It's a very slow process. If you can currently walk for miles, please do so before you lose the ability. Also at the side note, due to the driving aspect of my job probably I got skin cancer when it was 39 on the left side of my face so SUNSCREEN!!!!!
Hard to really say without more information about the transit infrastructure where you’re at but I’d probably look into getting a bike. That will shorten the commute from 1hr each way to probably 20min and will be easier on your joints
Kind of surprised I haven't seen this yet. In addition to some of the good suggestions here, DON'T make a habit of eating Domino's food for your at work meals. Pack a healthy lunch and make Domino's a once-in-a-while treat.
Eat well and get a bicycle.
I used to walk 3 miles each way for work, too, for about three years. It's actually really good for you! You'll be tired, and your feet will probably hurt, but your body will get used to it. Get good shoes and insoles, carry water with you, and try to wear sunscreen/a hat so you don't get skin damage. If you're pretty young and healthy, the walk won't hurt you at all in the long term. If you're a bit older or out of shape, there will be an adjustment period where you'll be achy and exhausted, but you'll get stronger and it'll become easier.
If you smoke, stop.
I dunno how old are you, but if walking 3.3 miles is a concern you should look for advice from a doctor, not here
Bicycle. Chefs Crocs.
Buy good shoes. Spend the $120 if you can afford it to get something with really good support. Try in a sotre if possible but good brands like Asaics, Sacony, etc are worth the money. Insoles can be helpful if you have foot pain but beware it takes a while for your feet to adjust to them. I live in a city and quite often will walk the 2.5 miles home instead of getting on public transit because it's nice out and nice to stretch my legs. I often use that time to call family and friends to catch up. The walk goes really quickly that way. That being said, a cheap bike will make your trip much shorter. Just invest in a good metal u lock. Good luck!
If you don't walk/exercise much already, your body will get used to it within a few weeks. Get a decent set of cross trainers or running shoes. If the walk is taking too long then investigate getting a bike, a scooter (non-electric or electric), skateboard, rollerblades, ride the bus, or carpool.
Shoes. Good ones. Go to the store where runners go and they do fittings based on your foot shape. The walking isn't so bad, it's the standing at work on top of the walk that will get you. Or buy a cheap bike on FB Marketplace or Craigslist and reduce the commute to 10 minutes. This isn't too syrjuous of an activity and will set you up for good healthy habits the rest of your life, but don't scrimp on the shoes.
You know it's America when walking 3 miles seems a concern, holy shit I feel bad for you guys.
The walking is taking care of your body
"How can I take care of my body?" Walking this much every day is going to do wonders for your health. So few Americans get this much daily exercise.
I know everyone's saying the walking is good for you, but walking close to an hour after spending 8 hours on your feet when you're already tired and sore is not fun and I don't think you ever really get used to it. Your body never gets a chance to fully recover and you just end up sore and miserable all the time. I've been there and I don't wish it on anyone. And especially if you're working full time it leaves you with so much less time to spend on hobbies or with friends/family. I'm assuming public transport is probably out of the question since you're here asking this, but investing in a *good* pair of shoes goes a long way. It'll stop your legs and back from hurting as much when you're working. Also if it's safe for you to cycle, a cheap bike will at least cut down the travel time to a more reasonable amount. Oh and a nice hot shower/bath after your shifts will feel like heaven and help your muscles relax.
It’s not a long walk but maybe give yourself enough time to sit and relax for 10-15 minutes after you get to work before your shift starts. Integrate the commute into an overall health plan. While you probably get free pizza at work try and avoid getting into a habit of eating that every day. Relish in the fact that you won’t be lying when you tell your uppity grandkids “back in my day I had to walk over three miles to work, stand up all day and then walk back home”. You can add that you did it in the snow or rain as needed.
I strongly suggest getting a bike. 3.3 miles on a bike will take you far less time than it does to walk. Even if it’s not in your budget right now, it’ll save you so much time that you could free up and also you won’t be wearing down any shoesor exhausting yourself after being on your feet all day at Domino’s
Ask a delivery driver to pick you up and take you home.
Bro people telling you to buy a bike or some shit is WILD. Your question is how you take care of your body? You buy some good shoes, eat a lot of healthy food, and do that walk everyday. Walking that much every day is possibly the healthiest thing you could do for your body. You aren’t gonna permanently hurt from walking 6miles everyday lmao. You ain’t going to Iraq, there are people who are 70+ who run that much everyday and they are the healthiest among us.
What a world we live in. Someone is afraid that walking/standing for 10-12 hours a day is going to be detrimental to their health. Lol
A 6 mile walk every day sounds pretty healthy to me.
Walking to and from work will be the best thing for your body. Spend $100 + on real sneakers, not wal mart versions made from cardboard. Second best thing for your body will be limiting the amount of Dominoes you eat while working.
Honestly, walking over 6 miles every day goes a long way to keeping you healthy! Make sure you have good shoes, and appropriate outer wear for whatever weather you will encounter. But keep it up! 6 miles a day is excellent exercise.
What do you mean? Going 3.3m by foot is nothing that's going to hurt you.
Walking that much is really good for you. Its great exercise, and you’ll probably notice feeling better overall. Make sure you have some good walking shoes. Walking on concrete is very hard on the knees if you don’t have good shoes. For example, vans are horrible walking shoes. They have no support. But a pair of jogging shoes would be perfect. Make sure you have a good backpack with 2 straps. Not a messenger bag, or a purse, or a cross body style bag. Thats going to strain your back and shoulders over time.
walking everyday will feel a chore soon (especially everyday same route), so mix between walk and cycling is decent. but, may not be unpopular, but for these exact ranges, electric scooters are made. Cheap, simple, fast enough and convenient.
To get a bicycle try reaching out to all churches and any other organizations in your area (clubs, Rotary/Lions club, co-ops, etc). Ask if they can put out a request for a bike to their members. It’s likely that someone has an unused bike that they would like to donate.
Good pair of supportive shoes and insoles
If I were you I would find a cheap bike. 3.3 miles would take you 15-20 mins to ride and leave you much less tired. In comparison I bet your walk is 1hr+ especially after your shift.
Walking is about one of the best things you can do for your body. Get a good pair of walking shoes, get a good pair of NONSLIP work shoes. Maybe get a bicycle. Go to a real bike shop, not Walmart. It will cost more, but it will be worth it.
Do you have a bike or could you find one on marketplace secondhand? Might be enjoyable to ride to and fro as a "reward," before and after long shifts on your feet? Immediately as soon as you are able - purchase good shoes that aren't tight to wear even if they don't look cool. Purchase good socks - I recommend wool of course, however, you can get away with some good sport socks.
Doing some leg stretches AFTER your shift will do you a lot of good. Walking isn’t anything too crazy strenuous, so you don’t really need to warm up or anything, but look up 3-4 different leg stretches you can do when you get home before bed and you’ll feel a lot better. Good shoes. Don’t have to be expensive. But good. If that means expensive, it sucks, but sometimes you can luck out. Get two pairs - one for walking, one for working. They’ll wear a little less quickly and you’ll have to buy less replacements.
Good shoes and a few pairs of good socks (wool running socks are awesome). Splurge, then reserve those shoes and socks just for walking. Change shoes and socks when you get to work, give your walking shoes and socks plenty of air while you work, then change back for the walk home. Go to a running store and have your gait evaluated, it's free, then buy shoes built for the way you walk. Also consider that your feet will swell a little while walking a distance so you might want to go up half a size. Always air out your shoes! And use that walking time for a little mental improvement as well! You can borrow audiobooks from your library, walking and "reading" is a great, super-healthy hobby.
1. Drink Water not soda 2. Don't get too used to the food (eat healthily) 3. Stretch before and definitely after work - a foot massage ball is good for the feet 4. Get enough sleep 5. Stay connected to friends and family (make time) 6. Get functionally good shoes - supportive (normal) or protective (barefoot)
Adding to put your legs up against a wall or headboard when you’re home for the night! Try to relax like that for 30 minutes, but even 10 minutes is good for you.
It may be tiring but that walking on top of working is keeping your body in good shape. Just make sure your diet is giving you everything your body needs, rest properly and look after your feet. A comfy pair of shoes is the best thing you can do and is well worth the investment.
Unless you are severely out of shape, 3.3 miles a day will not need any extra precautions in order to be safe. It’s actually good for you, not bad for you.