Six Steps to a Healthier You - Exercise_2605

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Last week we talked about the first step to a healthier you: restful sleep. This week we're going to talk about the second step: exercise.,Supra shoes Low
Ah,Women nike shox OZ, exercise. Some of us do it; most of us don't. At least not as much as we should. Think of the people you know,LV Jeans, your family, neighbors, co-workers. Would you say that most people, yourself included, don't get enough exercise? I would say that is true in my case. When I talk to others about exercise, I ask two questions: Do you get enough exercise? Why? The answer to the first question is usually "no." The answer to the second questions varies:
-not enough time
-no one to watch the kids
-too tired
-gym membership too expensive
-no one to exercise with
-just can't seem to get going
I believe one of the important considerations isn't listed above. And that is, we don't exercise because we think the little exercising we might do won't be enough, so we don't do anything at all. Does that sound familiar to you? Today I want to talk to you about the "little" exercising that we might be doing, or might easily start doing, that makes a bigger difference than we realize. We're going to discuss how we can do just a little more. We're not going to get too much out of our comfort zone. If you're already an avid exerciser, this article probably isn't for you. But if your exercising needs a little sprucing up from the beginning stages, read on.
Let's begin with walking. We all walk. You need to have a good pair of comfortable walking shoes. But other than that, there's no expense. You don't need fancy equipment and you don't need a gym membership. You don't even need an exercise video. However, if the weather is inclement, and you want to try something different than your treadmill; a walking video can be a fun change.
Walking is easy. You just put one foot in front of the other. Think of the times you are already walking. These might include walking to the mailbox, walking from your car to the shopping mall,Nike shox R2 for women, walking in the shopping mall, walking up and down the stairs, walking around your house, walking around your office or building at work. You can probably come up with more. Now think of all the ways you can add a few steps to each of those. If your mailbox is at the end of your sidewalk or driveway, walk a few steps past the mailbox, maybe even to the end of the block. I know you've heard this before. But it's a great idea to park your car a little farther from the store than you usually do. When you go to the mall, walk from one end to the other before you begin your shopping.
One of the walking opportunities that I don't take full advantage of is stairs. At home when I have something that I need to take upstairs, I place it at the bottom of the stairs. Then when there are several things to take upstairs, I make the trip. Think how many steps I could add to my walking every day if I made the trek upstairs every time I wanted to take something up there. How about you? Could that add some steps for you, too?
Speaking of adding steps,Jordan 10, another great idea is wearing a pedometer. There's something about keeping track that can really make a difference. If your goal is to walk a certain number of steps each day, you're sure to add a few more steps before you go to bed if you're keeping track. It's an inexpensive tool that can make a big difference for you.
I know some of the businesses in the small town I live in have health incentives at work. What a great idea. During their lunch break I always see several employees walking around town. The businesses also have contests to see who can walk the most steps in a certain amount of time, or who comes closest to reaching their weight-loss goals by a certain date. If your business doesn't do these things, suggest they do. Start your own lunch-break walking club.
I've given you just a few suggestions about walking. I'm sure you can come think of many more ways to get more exercise by walking more. You'll notice a difference in the way you feel. Walking is an excellent aerobic exercise. It increases the oxygen flow to all of your body. Walking also makes you feel better because you've set a small goal, well within your reach, and achieved it. Give yourself credit for your increased walking. Give yourself credit for every good thing you do. It's much easier to do a little better, if you feel you're already doing well. Keep at it. Make it fun. Increase a little at a time. Get healthier.
We'll talk more about exercise next week. Until then I wish you harmony, health, and happiness.