Exercising - Work it in

I'm trying a new schedule for exercising. Okay, so I'm like millions of others I work at it a while, then take a break and then start up again.

I'm not in the best shape ever, but I try to stay at a certain level.

So here's some ways of working exercise into your day.

Hey, you need to get up from your desk to go to the bathroom. Why not do a few stretches to work out the cinks?

Listening to music -- why not try out a few dance moves -- swing those arms, do a little twirl?

Fixing dinner -- a few legs lifts - just raise your knees or do a few side raises.

Adding a few things here and there still work the muscles.

Yeah, it was just a thought.

Anita
www.anitaphilmar.com

Just Show Up - Exercise Tip

Working out on your own can some time be a challenge. That's why I enjoy taking classes, because you feel you've paid for the class so you have to show up.

Reward yourself for making the effort to show up.

My conversation to myself.
"Hey, I showed up so I only have to do twenty minutes on the treadmill."

While on the treadmill.... "Well, I'm so close to reaching a mile in a half I'll go a little longer."

"Well, okay, I didn't do the treadmill, why don't I look at the weights since I'm here."

Before you know it you've discovered something new and still go in your workout.

Remember also to have fun.

Anita
www.anitaphilmar.com

Tip for Exercising

The holidays have followed you into the spring and now threatened to ruin your summer.

Guess, it's time to get moving. I'm sure you've heard all the tips.

1. Find a buddy to workout with (Right, so we can share the pain.)
2. Pick an activity you enjoy. (Going out to eat sounds like fun.)
3. Be consistent. (Workout while still asleep then maybe you won't remember how much you hate it.)

Okay, so I don't like exercising anymore than the rest of you. But I do it. Not for my lover, but for myself. Remember, you want this for you, and it might make getting out of bed to workout just a little easier.

Here's a fist pump for you. One...anyone want to join me.

Anita
www.anitaphilmar.com

One Step, Two -- Oh, My

Seeing as I'm on the exercise kick. I decide to talk about alternatives to the TM -

Yes, there are other machines in the gym.

And like most people, I've probably tried them all. Some are better than other.

The bike - does great wonders for your legs, but I never thought they help the rest of my body.

The stair stepper - well - me and that machine grew to hate each other back when I was having problems with my knee.

The ones, I've learn to like over the years are the weight machines.

No, I can't lift a hundred pounds but I do enjoy flexing my muscles.

Give it a shot and see what you think next time you are looking for something beside the mindless routine of walking on the treadmill.

Anita
www.anitaphilmar.com

Can Exercising Be Fun?

Okay, this is a question. I battle with continuously.

Yes, I need to workout. But is sweating fun?

If I'm on the ski slopes working my way down the mountain - the answer is yes.

If I'm on the treadmill (which is work in it's self to get on) - the answer is closer to no.

So how can I change that "no" to a "yes"

Here's some things I've tried -

• Music - got to have it (the louder the better - kills the sound of the TM's motor)
• Watching a movie - I have to have a very good movie to keep my mind off my feet
• working weights while I'm walking - thinking about lifting my 3 pound weights and concentrating on my arms and not my feet.
• even tried slowing the machine down and walking backwards.

That's my list - How about yours? Want to share?

Anita
www.anitaphilmar.com