All right, it's almost time for the February challenge to get enough exercise!
Drinking water was sort of the boring task, but it was also the most important. Getting enough water sets the stage for many subsequent tasks, exercise being the biggest one. I've had people report to me that they are drinking far less coffee and soda than before they started drinking water. Others have told me that their skin cleared up, they have more energy, and generally feel better. Oh, and they have to pee more, too. I hope the challenge for this month has become more of a habit than a task.
Now, the challenge for February is to get the minimum amount of exercise recommended by the American Heart Association and the American College of Sports Medicine for people under 65 to maintain a healthy lifestyle. The minimum is recommendation is 30 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity (think brisk walking or swimming) five days a week or at least 20 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity (such as running) three days a week, plus strength training exercises twice a week.
See this website for more details: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/exercise/AN01713
Remember, when you exercise, you need more water. 
Jason
Starting month 2 of the challenge!! I'll have to say that the water wasn't as big of a deal as I first thought. Actually became routine.
ReplyDeleteStarted a work-out log next to my tredmill. Keeping track of time, mileage, etc... Having a tv to watch while working out makes the time go a lot faster. Can't wait until the weather is nice enough to get outside.