All Activity "Counts"

JUST FOR TODAY:  Take note of your daily tasks, and acknowledge the benefits you are receiving from all activity.

You don't have to do a traditional workout every day to get the benefits of fitness.  All activity has benefits.  Whether doing housecleaning, gardening, or even just walking over the course of your day, you are getting the benefits of building strength, endurance and flexibility.  Don't get caught up in the games dieters play, though – such as trying to stand as much as possible rather than sitting just to burn a few extra calories.  Any activity "counts," but don't count the calories you're burning.  If you tend to be compulsive with exercise, use your awareness of your daily activities as an opportunity to lighten up on  your traditional workouts.  If you tend to be sedentary, allow your daily activities to be a way to prepare you for a fitness routine.  Notice all of the ways you are active today and enjoy the benefits!

©2010 by "Dr. Dorie" McCubbrey, M.S.Ed., Ph.D. – Eating Disorder & Obesity Treatment Specialist – Denver, Colorado