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10,000 Steps Through Old Town
By Karen Johnson
ALEXANDRIA,VA- On a beautiful summer day, I needed some quality time with Boomer and to get in my 10,000 steps. That’s roughly five miles, so we headed to Old Town. It’s noted by many healthcare professionals that 10,000 steps is an optimum number of daily steps for good health. Outfitted with my Fitbit, credit cards, and phone, I set out with Boomer on an urban adventure.
Old Town Alexandria is known for its history, smart shops, and delicious restaurants. Our bustling Port City was home to George Washington and Robert E. Lee, but OT’s cobblestone streets aren’t just steeped in history—they are also lined with water bowls and dog treats! Old Town is extremely dog friendly.
Boomer and I began our trek near the Metro station at the top of King Street. First stop? The very canine- (and budget-) friendly Crate and Barrel Outlet at 1700 Prince Street, where we wandered the aisles looking for bargains. We found several, and racked up 400 steps!
As we headed toward the Potomac River, we passed numerous dog friendly outposts offering tins with dog treats and water bowls. I had walked 2,000 steps when we reached Current Boutique at 1009 King Street, where we were welcomed with a big DOG FRIENDLY poster on the door. Boomer not only got a treat, but I also checked out their new and gently worn fashions with labels ranging from Tory Burch to Trina Turk (two personal favs).

