Spring has Sprung...Time to Get Moving

If you've started removing fungal material from your daily food/drink consumption, you're probably seeing pounds start to peel off a little, which is great. It will make you feel better naturally, physically and mentally. Body and mind are in it together, as we all know.

So now...how about a little movement to go along with those better eating habits?

I enjoy watching The Doctors on TV at 10:00 each morning. With my schedule, it's a great time for me to work out while watching. My exercise equipment is minimal during this time, yet it packs a punch. I'm guessing most readers of this blog have these items. If you don't, you can find them all on the cheap. My items:

a wall (yep...told you you'd probably have one of these)

a yoga mat

an exercise ball

resistance band

That's it.

Can't be home at 10 each morning? No matter. DVR the show (it's packed with great information that stresses the importance of integrative medicine and health) OR pick a show that you usually sit through and, instead, move through it. Here's an easy workout for either 30 or 60 minutes.

The wall--Put your back straight up against the wall and slide down to an imaginary chair position. Hold as long as you can, pressing your back into the wall...great workout for your legs.

The yoga mat--great general exercise mat to use when not in use for yoga. If you want to do yoga, OM Yoga for Daily Practice is a great little spiral book to use to get going. I just checked and you can find it on amazon.com for $4. 99--good deal! The mat is also a great place to do a few push ups.

Exercise Ball--All exercise balls come with an exercise sheet. Use it...it works!

Resistance Band--It's just kind of a natural exercise tool. Step on the middle of the band and you'll find yourself doing arm exercises naturally. If you're unsure, you can always google beginning resistance band exercises and you'll get all kinds of suggestions.

Give yourself a little time with each of these items and your exercise time will fly by...treat yourself with an almond milk/fruit smoothie you toss in the blender afterward.

Your body is a temple...treat it as such. Have a peaceful, mindful day.