A Start to a More Active Life Walk to Work Day Observing the Holiday To celebrate Walk to Work Day, simply slip on your walking shoes, grab a portable breakfast, and head out the door! Be sure to bring an extra outfit and shoes with you as walking in high heels, dress shoes, and/or dress attire can be uncomfortable. For people who don’t have the time, try taking a short walk around the workplace during breaks or lunch. Getting in a 15-minute walk during the day will help you feel more refreshed and ready to get back into the grind. You can also invite other coworkers or friends to walk with you. Other Modes of Transportation Although Walk to Work Day encourages people to walk, there are other ways to get to work without having to drive. Biking is an excellent means of transportation and can be helpful for people who might have a longer commute. If you don’t own a bike but are still in need of a quick transport between two locations, you can hop on an electric scooter. These scooters have appeared across America over the past year or so and have proven handy for individuals needing to get from point A to point B quickly. Walk to Work Day offers a perfect chance to change up your routine for a more active lifestyle. Let this holiday be the first step in many that will come!
Everyone knows that walking is healthy for us, but not very many
people have the chance to stretch their legs. With a busy schedule, you might not have the luxury to get up earlier and get a quick brisk walk in. But that doesn’t mean
routines can’t be changed. Walk to Work Day is an unofficial holiday that encourages people to walk more in their daily lives. Finding the time to walk for 30 minutes a day can help you lose weight, reduce the chance of heart disease and diabetes, and improve emotional and mental health.
A Little History Walk to Work Day takes place on the first Friday of April every year and has been celebrated since 2004. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services promoted the holiday with enthusiasm as a way to counter the alarming rise in obesity and health issues throughout the country. Since its debut, Walk to Work Day has been picked up by people, businesses, and organizations across the world to inspire people everywhere to exercise more.
3 Habits You Can Change to Keep Earth Healthy HELP A PLANET OUT
We can all do our part to keep our planet clean and green. This Earth Day, consider the following bad habits and do your part to be as environmentally friendly as possible. CAN I GET EXTRA? Portion control is a cornerstone of weight loss, but did you know it helps the environment too? According the American Journal of Public Health, the Journal of Nutrition, and the American Medical Association, portion sizes have grown by 138 percent since the 1970s. Subsequently, so has the need for farming outputs. This strain leads to more pollution of the air, ground, and water, oversaturates our market with plastics, and ultimately packs landfills with food waste. Unfortunately, because of the increase in portions, most people don’t know what a proper portion looks like. Try managing your portions by filling your plate with vegetables first and using your hand as a sizing guide. BE NICE TO YOUR LIGHT SWITCHES Leaving the lights on after you leave the room, keeping appliances plugged in, and charging your phone overnight may be wasting energy. Think about it: You don’t need to use the lights after you leave the room
or during the day when natural light shines through your window. Additionally, there’s no need for your toaster to suck up phantom energy all day, and your cellphone can charge in just a few hours. THE BEST PART OF WAKING UP
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This one may sting a little, but that sweet, rich cup of your favorite bean juice may be slowly suffocating the earth. Your favorite coffee shop or home brew may be taking part in the increase of plastic manufacturing and deforestation due to the unsustainable practices in coffee farming. Instead, opt for coffee beans that were grown in the shade of trees, and use a reusable coffee mug at home and at your neighborhood coffee shop. You can feel energized for your day while helping the earth breathe a little easier at the same time.
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