Activities of Daily Living > Weekends | Printable Version |
The Weekend Outdoors
You see it stretched out before you, a whole 48 hours known as the weekend. Then you blink and it’s 7:30 on Sunday night and you never got a chance to exercise. What happened? Weekends are a great time to move and burn calories, the key is finding activities you enjoy doing. One of the best ways to get moving is to get outside. No matter the season there is plenty to do outdoors.
Winter- Let it snow! A great way to get moving on a snowy afternoon is to snowshoe. Snowshoes are put on over your winter boots and help you walk in the snow. They are wider than your boots so they help you stay on top of the snow instead of sinking into it which can really slow you down and make your walk a lot harder. Snowshoeing can be done around your own neighborhood or be incorporated into a weekend away. What better way to tucker yourself out for a night by the fire than a day in your snowshoes.
Spring – Kayak! Kayaking is a great form of movement, it’s also a great way to relax and unwind after a busy week. The first step is to find a placid river or lake near your home. The second step is to find a kayak rental agency. Take a look online, you may be surprised at how many places there are to rent kayaks, paddles and perhaps the most important piece of equipment, the life vest. Some of these agencies also offer introductory classes that will help you feel more confident getting in and out of the boat. Once you’ve pushed off from shore, take time to just cruise and observe the local flora and fauna.
Summer- Hike! A hike does not need to be up the face of a mountain, or even a hill. A hike is a walk through nature. A hike provides the opportunity to walk on an uneven surface. Not only does this engage more of your muscles, but offers your body a refreshing change. It can also be refreshing for your mind. As you move along the trail, check take note of the different leaf patterns of trees which at first glance may appear identical. There is a lot to see on a hike, so take your time and enjoy.
Fall- Walk! The beauty of walking is that it can be done almost anywhere. If fall in your area is warm take a walk near the water, take off your shoes and walk along the shoreline for an extra challenge. If fall in your area means that the leaves are changing, take advantage of Mother Nature’s movie theater by driving to an area with dense foliage and taking a brisk stroll.
- Four Things You Need To Know About Protein
- Fueling Your Workout
- Olive Oils-What’s the Difference?
- Ten Tips For a Better Night s Sleep
move
Activities of Daily Living
Walking | VIDEO
Walk For Fun!
Seven Ways to Walk More
Walking for a Cause
Brain Boost
Weekends | VIDEO
The Weekend Outdoors
Don’t Undo Your Hard Work
At Home | VIDEO
Six Tips for Getting Stronger Without Leaving the House
Cardio At Home
Fitness Videos
At Work | VIDEO
Are You an Active Couch Potato?
Four Tips for Moving More at Work
It's NEAT | VIDEO
It’s NEAT, Not Exercise
NEAT-EN Up Your Day
On the Road | VIDEO
What to Pack to Stay Active
Making Exercise a Priority
Finding a Place to be Active
Hot Topics
Exergaming
Exergaming for Fun
Exergaming for Health
Dance Dance Revolution™
Nintendo Wii-Fit™
Core Stability | VIDEO
What IS Your Core?
Three Simple Exercises for Core Strength
Tools for Building Core Stability
Techniques for Building Core Stability
Gadgets and Gear | VIDEO
Nike and Apple, a Match Made in Heaven
Tools for Tracking More than Just Weight
Fuel and Hydration | VIDEO
Fueling Your Workout
Tips for Staying Hydrated
Dehydration
Sports Drinks and Electrolytes
Functional Training
What IS Functional Training?
Resistance for Cardio
Weight Training for Cardiovascular Health
Short Circuit
Aerobic Health
Water Fun | VIDEO
A Wet Workout
Five Reasons to Move Your Workout to the Pool
Cycling | VIDEO
Spinning- Your Bike Doesn't Move, But You're Headed for Healthier You
Bike Tours
Play | VIDEO
Not Child’s Play
What’s All the Hula Hoopla About?
Get Going | VIDEO
Heart-Healthy Benefits of Exercise
Why Aerobic Exercise?
Exercise Intensity- Are You Pushing Yourself Too Hard?
What is Your Target Heart Rate?
Health Club 101 | VIDEO
Gym Etiquette
Choosing a Gym
Flexibility
Stretching | VIDEO
Simple Stretches
Dynamic Stretching
Static Stretching
Stretching at Work
Yoga | VIDEO
Types of Yoga
Yoga for Beginners
Yoga for Health
Savasana
Equipment | VIDEO
Foam Rollers
Stretching Strap
Pilates | VIDEO
Pilates for Your Core
Get Going
Stretching- Timing it Right
Strength
Benefits | VIDEO
Move! Toward Better Bone Health
Weight Bearing is Bone Building
Four Benefits of Strength Training
Rest and Recovery | VIDEO
How We Build Muscle
Timing is Everything
Get Going | VIDEO
How to Increase Resting Metabolic Rate
Muscle Loss Leads to Fat Gain
Get Going- Weight Training Really Can be Simple!
Health Club 101 | VIDEO
The Basics- Weight Lifting Machines
Blogs
That Certain Glow
Blog 1
Blog 2
That Certain Glow