Monica's Motivation to Move!

Another day is upon us!  If you are like me, most days are like Groundhog Day...get up, get the kids off to school, go to work, run errands, clean the house, make dinner, do homework, clean again, get the kids off to bed, read or watch tv (if possible) before falling sound asleep to be ready to start all over again.  Whether your day-to-day routine is similar to mine or different, the bottom line is that we are all extremely busy and often stressed out.

Our to-do lists are often full from the beginning of the day to the end and we think that there just isn't time to fit in any physical activity...that it's just not possible.  I encourage you to find a way to make it happen, even for 10 - 15 minutes!  Time spent on physical activity is time well spent, not time wasted.  If you are stressed, I guarantee a walk in the fresh air will help clear your head and make you feel refreshed.  If you are feeling tired or sluggish, moving your body will make you feel strong and prepared for anything.  

Look at your to-do list for today...have you planned time for physical activity?  If not, can you fit in 1 - 2 bouts (or better yet, 3) at 10 - 15 minutes each? Challenge yourself to find the time and write it on your to-do list.

Maybe it's...a brisk walk at lunch and then again after dinner, participating in a new class at the gym, working out with a fitness DVD at home, or doing exercises while watching your favorite show...  Whatever it is, just make sure you do it!

Remember, every moment spent on physical activity is another moment that helps promote weight loss or weight maintenance, prevents weight gain, reduces the likelihood of developing chronic diseases, reduces stress, improves sleep patterns, improves your mood...the list goes on and on!

So...decide on a plan, write it down and stick with it...you will be glad you did!