Michael, Associate Food Editor

My pedometer is never home alone since I never leave the house without it. Even chores around the apartment or in the country add to the total so I often wear it during all waking hours. Since the weather turned a few weeks ago, the goal to increase my daily total from 3 plus miles to at least 5 has been met or exceeded. These new walking habits are here to stay; I feel better and am saving money on cabs and bus fares. This evening I am planning to walk to Lincoln Center after work and am hoping it doesn't rain. We need the rain but my walking comes first!