Bethany walked the walk -- literally -- in October. She spent seven days ditching her car and walking or biking whenever possible. She shared some great insights in this post, and she got me inspired to park and walk too. Actually, I ran.

On Saturday, I ran to the polls. It was my husband's idea. I told him I was headed out to vote and he said, "Why don't you run?" I love a good physical challenge, and running is my exercise of choice so I had him Map Quest my trip to our local early-voting location so I knew how far I had to go. "It's kind of long," John reported back to me, with the revelation that I'd be traveling 5.2 miles one way. I'm usually a 3.5-mile girl, so this was more than I usually bite off. But I tackled it. I ran the whole way, stopping only to remove my long-sleeved shirt that was serving as a jacket. The run felt good, great really. And the best part: I didn't need to mess with the whole election parking jam. I just jogged right to the line of waiting voters and before too long, my hubby and little boys came to retrieve me -- 10.4 miles just wasn't in the cards.

So, here's my idea for you on this fine election day (it happens to be Bethany's idea too -- see her Daily Fit Tip here). If you haven't already voted, get yourself some walking shoes. Or some running shoes. Or a bike. And hoof or pedal your way to the polls. There's nothing like rolling a good workout and a civic duty all into one. Imagine how empowered you'll feel when you're done.