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The infamous Lombard Street in San Francisco makes for a great cardio workout while on the road

Walking up the infamous Lombard Street in San Francisco makes for a great cardio workout

San Francisco’s drastic changes in elevation are no exaggeration. Cars systematically park with wheels turned in to the curb. The Metro buses and trolleys run strategically up and down the steepest slopes. Women do not wear high heels without ready transportation available. But it’s a great walking city and navigating San Francisco is excellent exercise! Read More »

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Breakdancer at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco

Breakdancer at Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco

The attention span and focus of their audience is minimal. Most passersby are simply looking for lunch or the next ferry to Alcatraz. Street performers, or “buskers,” must relish the act of performing enough to ignore being ignored. Exposing a bit of heart in hopes of an answering smile, a bit of applause and hopefully, a dollar bill or two…  This is not for the faint of heart or those desiring a steady income. Read More »

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