Raising the Bar That's Already There

You're already exercising every time you move--movement is simply a part of your day. Choosing to use that existing momentum gives you a head start on building more fitness into your daily life. Take a movement you're already doing, like getting out of your chair, and make it more conscious by raising the bar. Pay attention to what you're already doing and choose baby steps toward more challenge. A goal could be to be able to get up and down from the chair without using your hands. The next stretch could be to count how many times you can get up and down in 30 seconds. All the while, your legs will be getting stronger, and you will also be reaping the consequent benefits in improved movement and fall prevention!

Suggestion from Mariah Kaye, Senior Fitness Specialist, offering more fitness choices through MoveAnyWayFitness.com.