Make Exercise Work for You

Mention exercise and people take off running the other way. Why is it that we dread working out so much? Exercise gets such a bad rap; it's too hard, it's boring or it's time consuming. If you've used any of these excuses, you probably haven't found an activity that you enjoy or one that fits your needs.


The key is to find a few activities that offer variety and fit your lifestyle. My workout strategy is to incorporate exercise into my daily life. Let me give you a few examples:

• when I need to make an important decision and need to think, a 30-minute walk helps
• if I feel low on energy and need a boost, I jog on my mini trampoline to some upbeat music
• when I need inspiration, I go to a Hustle class at the local Y and jam to some gospel music
• when I feel like networking and socializing, I go ballroom dancing
• when I'm pressed for time, I pop in an exercise tape at home

You can easily make exercise a part of your everyday life and tailor it to your needs. Sticking to one program or exercise routine will lose your interest fast. Take action and find out what programs are offered in your area. The Y, recreation facilities and community centers are great places to start.

You have the power to take control of your health, so get up, get moving and get excited about exercise!

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