ADD MORE MOVEMENT TO EACH DAY GET IN BETTER SHAPE
Getting the movement our bodies and minds need each day can be challenging. Many of us work on computers for hours, only standing to use the restroom or refill our water bottles. But we need to do more than that to stay healthy. When we add more movement to our daily routines, our muscles grow stronger, which helps improve our balance, stability, and coordination. Our bones become more durable and our joints more flexible. It’s no secret that moving helps us live healthier, but going to the gym can be expensive and time-consuming. Thankfully, we can adopt simple daily routines to add more movement to our lives. Here are a few worth trying. BE ACTIVE ON YOUR WORK BREAKS. If you work an eight-hour shift, you are entitled to a few breaks throughout your day. Try to use them to be active. Stand up
and stretch or walk around once an hour if you work on a computer. Set reminders on your phone so you don’t forget. You can even utilize a standing desk to avoid sitting for extended periods. If possible, get out during your lunch break and walk instead of sitting down. Being active throughout the day will help prevent stiffness and fatigue while improving focus and productivity.
to your home. You’ll add some extra movement and sunlight to your days.
TAKE THE STAIRS. If you work in an office building, skip the elevator. If you work from home and have stairs in your house or apartment, walk up and down the steps a few times. You can also take the stairs
up to buildings instead of using walking ramps. This adjustment is one of the quickest ways to add
WALK OR BIKE TO YOUR DESTINATIONS.
We’re all accustomed to getting in our cars
exercise into your day, and it doesn’t take much!
whenever we need to go somewhere, but maybe it’s time to walk or get the bike out instead. If you travel a short distance for work, consider
These little changes can go a long way, but remember that doing these activities
once is not enough. They need to become a habit. Perform them every day when possible, and you’ll feel better physically in no time.
walking there or riding a bicycle if possible. The same goes for trips to the post office, grocery store, or other locations close
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When the two boats pulled away from the dock, the pirate ship was draped in a skull and crossbones flags, billowing sails, and bright pendants flapping in the breeze. It was an impressive sight. I admit I was disappointed by not being aboard, but I remained strong. I didn’t cry or stomp my feet publicly. As it turned out, Jake liked the idea of dolphins. I explained that dolphins were like sharks but friendly. They would not chew his hand off.
We hit the boardwalk in John’s Pass, a touristy place on the bay where Jake found a pirate ship. The crew were decked out in black eye patches and congregated around an impressive treasure chest. The whole place was a cheesy tourist trap,
but it worked. That ship was packed with hordes of kids. My 3-year-old self would have thought that dumpy boat was super- duper cool like Jake. Jake planted his feet on the dock and refused to move. He wanted to board the pirate ship and raised a fit when his mother tried to move him along. Nana Bev finally pacified Jake by purchasing tickets for a boat ride. The boat, however, was a simple craft for bay tours and dolphin watching. The pirate ship was, unfortunately, full.
The ride started slowly, but eventually, dolphins showed up, and it turned out the boat’s captain sold alcohol. So, everyone was happy. Jake was delighted with the dolphins, and the ride on the water calmed him down. Eventually, he fell asleep on his mother’s lap. I started to nod off, too, after a couple of beers.
Florida cured my SAD, and daylight saving time also helped when we returned. Watching the sunset while drinking my wine, I realize how blessed I am with a loving wife, delightful grandkids, a dedicated coworker, and loyal clients.
With no small amount of anticipation, I was curious to see how Bev and Rachel would navigate the situation when the pirate ship pulled away without Jake. The two boats were docked side by side. A quick comparison made our boat look like the most boring thing in the world. I wanted to go on the pirate ship myself.
–Christopher J. Grimmond
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