Stepping Up My Reading Time

Are you eager to find ways to increase your reading time?

I was. The answer is multi-tasking.

Thanks to a suggestion from author and agent mate Katie Ganshert, I learned that it’s possible to walk and read at the same time.

I was afraid to try reading while walking because I might look foolish–or crash into something–but the desire to devour more pages per day overcame my fears. I donned my walking shoes, pushed up my shades, and hit the trail with book in hand.

To my delight, I’ve discovered that I can read roughly one chapter per mile. Since I walk three miles most days and read on four of them, I get in a dozen more chapters per week than I used to.

While I was concerned some people might think me odd for reading while walking, no one’s said anything along those lines. The only comment’s I’ve received are compliments from people who think it’s a great idea. I’m quick to add that I wouldn’t attempt my feat on a city street. The trail is paved, smooth, and free of motorized vehicles, making it safer than the alternatives. I keep the center stripe and edge of the trail in my peripheral vision, and I’m fine.

Finding hidden reading time is rewarding. I’ve long been a bathtub reader. Now that I’ve added my reading time on the trail, I’m wondering what other ways I could squeeze in reading time by combining tasks.

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Have you ever considered combining walking and reading?

What activities do you combine with reading?