Where can I find a local walking partner for weekday mornings?

[Elizabeth36]

I’m trying to find a local walking partner for weekday mornings, but I’m not sure where to even look besides the community board at the library. I’m a bit hesitant to just ask around the neighborhood since I’m new here and don’t want to come on too strong.

[AlexanderM]

I moved here recently too. I put a simple note on the library board and also taped one at the coffee shop and the gym front desk. A few people answered after about a week, nothing firm but it felt doable.

[HarperC]

I was nervous about putting myself out there so I kept it casual. We agreed on a short 30 minute walk around seven in the morning, and I learned that mornings are busy but people do show up if you commit to a rhythm.

[Luna_S]

Do you think the library board is really the best place or is there another hangout I am missing?

[EmmaR]

Part of me wonders if the real issue is not finding someone who wants to walk but finding someone who feels comfortable starting with a stranger. I tried and sometimes it felt like I was auditioning a friend rather than inviting a neighbor.