Katie, Editorial Assistant

Summer can be grueling in the City so I take every chance I get to escape to my parents house on Cape Cod. Trading in the hot, sticky overly-populated streets of NYC for the breezy wide open beaches of the Cape definitely revs up my motivation to exercise and this past weekend at the Cape was no exception. Walking with a companion is so much more fun than going at it alone- especially when that companion is your best friend! My sister, Christie and I, along with her adorable Boston Terrier puppy (cleverly named Boston) took long barefoot power walks on the beach and let me tell you, that sand really gives a girl a workout! My calves are still sore but it’s that good kind of pain that comes from knowing you stretched your body’s limits. Plus, walking with a friend is a great chance to catch up and stay connected. Of course, we rewarded ourselves for our hard work with a couple margaritas afterwards but, hey, we deserved them! Can’t wait to get back to the beaches and people I love so much just as soon as I can.