Get Outside and PLAY!

Well working out; it did not turn out the way I had hoped. I had great aspirations of working out 3 times per week, getting in shape before the holiday season, but that was not the case.

I realized very quickly having two step-children under the age of 10, working a full-time job and keeping up with my chores and social calendar left little room for scheduled workouts. I did make an adjustment. Rather than working out at the gym or my running routine, I created “play dates” with friends and family which allowed me to exercise more times a week. This was not typical exercise, some days it was a walk or hike, other days it was a family bike ride or even a weekend camping trip.

I turned 40 this summer, one thing I vowed to do was learn to wake-board. I did, it was easier than I thought. I have some friends who have a boat and I have a wave runner so getting out on the water with family and friends became my favorite thing to do. I got on the phone, made plans each weekend and even taught others how to wake-board! What a fun way to incorporate daily physical activity into my weekends. Did I mention I also play softball and soccer during the week. That also keeps me active and allows for social interaction as well.

So I challenge you to call your friends and/or family and make plans to PLAY!

This is possible if you work full time, have kids, care for elderly family member or any other excuse you can think of. The weather is wonderful I hope to see you outside. Visit a local park, walking the track while your child attends practice, or have a family picnic all you need is a game of kick ball.

Have a healthy day!
Lynne

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