newbuzz...Downtown St. Paul has a wonderful sky way system that connects virtually all of her buildings together in a climate controlled walkway that is both convenient and conducive to year round exercise. I have been using them for 30 minutes of power walking over my lunch hour for the past four weeks. To date, I have lost six pounds of unwanted fat, gotten rid of some daytime tension, and begun to wake up more rested after a full night of deep sleep. Each workday at lunch time I put on my walking shoes, ankle weights, and grab my hand weights before heading down the elevator for my workout. At first I may have looked a little crazed with the effort of the power walking, but now I am sure my face reflects the exhilaration and peace I feel while walking. (Or at least people have stopped staring at me). It is fun to see the same people on their walks too as we pass each other in different buildings on different days. Recently, I have noticed a couple of women who have picked up their hand weights and increased their pace just like me. I realize that this is a small victory, but I am struck with the notion that leadership comes in all shapes and sizes. If I can be the example that gets others out there and moving, then I am satisfied that I am helping others and living up to my potential.