Watching people from all generations gather around singing and dancing like no one else is in the room is a truly beautiful site. That’s what my husband and I saw last night at the Paul Simon concert. Music so beautiful with every instrument imagined playing in the band. It was wonderful! Yes I am a bit of an old soul, one of the youngest in the room!
Enjoying little things in life and having good health are what make a person truly happy. Without good health it’s hard to enjoy those little things like getting up and dancing at a concert, rolling around on the floor with your kids or grandkids, running up a flight of stairs because you forgot something and aren’t out of breath, playing catch with you siblings or friends, hauling laundry across the house without hurting the next day (or just being able to do it!), swimming in the pool without being self conscious, so many activities in life many people are unable to enjoy due to lack of physical fitness.
When we walked into the Qwest center last night and went upstairs to our seats it was busy!! People waiting in LINE to get upstairs…. But yet we were the ONLY ones taking the stairs!!! People were waiting in line for the escalator! It boggles my mind to see that!!! It’s actually really sad….
This is the sign someone needs to put up and turn OFF that silly invention!
Unless you are injured or handicapped there is NO reason to take that escalator or an elevator! Yes you might be winded the first time or two but guess what? Your body will adapt and it will become easier and actually help make your heart and leg muscles stronger!! Little changes like this into your daily routine can really help your fitness level and self-confidence! Don’t believe me? I challenge you to take the stairs EVERY chance you get until thanksgiving… you will find not only is it easier by then but you may even start to feel some leg muscles and walk a little taller! ;)
Fitness tips to incorporate into daily life:
- take the STAIRS!
- While waiting for food to cook do some push ups from counter top (keep elbows in!)
- Park farther away so you have to walk a little
- During commercials of your favorite show see how many jumping jack you can do without getting out of breath
- Race your significant other or child to the end of sidewalk.
- Sit up tall when sitting... like right now!! (shoulders back, abs engaged!!)
- LOVE who you are and embrace the fact that you are made to move and use your body... if you need more help ask a fitness professional :)
This is Brad's favorite song from Paul Simon!
I personally love this one!!! (gives me goose bumps!)
DON'T FORGET TO TAKE THE STAIRS!!!
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