by Dan H.
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August 9, 2007

Get Some Exercise

November 19, 2007 08:35 AM EST
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Remember to start your week out right and get some exercise. If you're one who sits in front of a desk all day, exercise for you can simply mean taking the stairs instead of an elevator (can lose 5-10 pounds/year using the elevator instead of the stairs) or simply going for walks during your breaks instead of sitting down. Exercise will elevate your mood, help your GI system run more smoothly, loosen that belt, and help you not be as winded when doing things. No one is telling you to run a marathon. Simply, add more physical activities into your day.
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Comments: 99

Rita j. Nov 19, 2007, 8:36am EST
Thanks for the tips
Danielle P. Nov 19, 2007, 8:40am EST
You are so right. With Thanksgiving this week I'm slacking. I need to get off Gather and exercise. Although we walked 45 minutes last night trying to find our car after the TSO concert. LOL
Dan H. Nov 19, 2007, 8:42am EST
If you aim for 50 pounds, it's less likely to happen. If you simply aim for helping your joints feel a little better, being less winded, and getting out of the house/office to walk around and get fresh air to feel good, it makes all the difference.
lemzo n Nov 19, 2007, 8:42am EST
thanks Dan
Ashley B. Nov 19, 2007, 8:43am EST
I wish I would. I go to work early and come home late. By the time I get done with my 10 hour+ days all I want to do is sleep. I can't seem to make myself walk around!
Erica M. Nov 19, 2007, 8:44am EST
That's what I need, someone jabbing me in the side telling me to get off my rump. I sit at a computer for nine hours a day, then go home and work in the computer. I just get so caught up in my work, I forget to take a break!
Charity M. Nov 19, 2007, 8:45am EST
((( Yes...you are right. I have begun an exercise...hiking of trails here in Ga )))
Good tips and reminder Dan. Thanks.
F. Jeanette c. Nov 19, 2007, 8:45am EST
That's good advice! As Danielle said, I need to get off gather and do whatever it takes.

10 4 u
Lydia (part of the solution) Shelley Nov 19, 2007, 8:46am EST
Yeppers!
Marianne R. Nov 19, 2007, 8:46am EST
Good advice.

Today is a walking day for me. I do 4 miles on a track 3 times a week plus some moderate hiking on the weekend for geocaching.
Dan H. Nov 19, 2007, 8:48am EST
Ashley, you can walk around during breaks at work.
Teresa W. Nov 19, 2007, 8:53am EST
Thanks Dan, good reminder!!
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Amanda J. Nov 19, 2007, 8:53am EST
Thanks for the tips. The weather is getting so much nicer to be outside.
Jessica I. Nov 19, 2007, 8:55am EST
Great tips. I work at a desk, but seems like before work and after I'm constantly on the go with my family and household mile-long list of things to do.
Christine P. Nov 19, 2007, 8:56am EST
I agree with you a 100% Dan! Whenever I can exercise I'm out doing just that.:)
Wade H. Nov 19, 2007, 9:00am EST
I agree, but isn't your parenthetical backwards>
Amy C. Nov 19, 2007, 9:01am EST
I am exercising my mind right now haha!
Ashley B. Nov 19, 2007, 9:02am EST
Dan, we don't have many breaks at work here. Just 30 minutes for lunch.
Dan H. Nov 19, 2007, 9:02am EST
I'm going to pack up and hit the gym myself.
Amanda C. Nov 19, 2007, 9:07am EST
Good advice Dan!
We were going on walks several nights a week, untill daylight savings came, now it gets dark too early. So maybe I just need to start walking in the morning instead!
ashish j. Nov 19, 2007, 9:11am EST
hiiiii dan
ashish j. Nov 19, 2007, 9:11am EST
some help fr u
Cristina S. Nov 19, 2007, 9:12am EST
You are so right Dan! I walk every day, and am on my way out right this minute!
Ruth MacGill Nov 19, 2007, 9:38am EST
Thanks for the nudge. I have a bad knee so I don't stray far from my computer chair or Lazyboy. Instead I walk laps in circles around my three big oak trees, with six or eight cats frisking around me. I'll start right now.
Jan S. Nov 19, 2007, 9:40am EST
Good reminder, Dan. Even those of us who can't walk very well can exercise within our limits. Exercise is a natural high. I'm working on upper body strength so that I'll be stronger after knee replacement surgery. I can exercise standing, sitting and lying down. Those who can walk without pain are so blessed. I look forward to taking walks again soon.
Brian T. Nov 19, 2007, 9:41am EST
Thanks and I take the elevator instead of stairs. I also ride a stationary bike before hitting the shower in the morning.
michelle K. Nov 19, 2007, 9:43am EST
Words I need to live by. I'm pregnant and I don't want to gain more weight than I should!!!!
Fran S. Nov 19, 2007, 9:46am EST
good advice here!!
Solange S. Nov 19, 2007, 9:54am EST
i find this advice funny as i look at your icon! hehe
Deborah O. Nov 19, 2007, 9:54am EST
Excellent reminder
Keep on going on ;-o
Marie L. Nov 19, 2007, 10:03am EST
Thanks for the reminder, I do need to get out and excerise more!!
denise e Nov 19, 2007, 10:09am EST
great reminder
Sherrie H. Nov 19, 2007, 10:17am EST
Thanks for the reminder. Good, easy-to-follow suggestions.
arlene (no shame in my game) w. Nov 19, 2007, 10:19am EST
I tried to run this morning but my shin splints hurt too much. Any tips on what to do about them?
Dee - Nature Babe! Nov 19, 2007, 10:45am EST
Thank you!
Margaret C. Nov 19, 2007, 10:47am EST
Thanks Dan , I really am trying to do this xx
Susan E. Nov 19, 2007, 10:57am EST
"can lose 5-10 pounds/year using the elevator instead of the stairs" I think you meant to say using the stairs instead of the elevator. I would have to go out of my way to use the elevator where I work--stairs are the only way to go. I walk everyday--the dog keeps me on my toes.
I get any more and I'll drop..
Tyler D. Nov 19, 2007, 11:35am EST
I have basically the same thought in previous articles that i've posted
thanks for posting
Jaime R. Nov 19, 2007, 11:41am EST
Great advice!
Stacie N. Nov 19, 2007, 11:54am EST
Exercise makes my world go round.
Mariana T. Nov 19, 2007, 12:02pm EST
Good Morning Dan you are so right and exercise doesn't have to be anything more than a walk around a few blocks everyday. Do what feels good to you and smile. I am so sick of seeing people running with clenched jaws - they aren't doing themselves any good stressing about exercising. Just walk or stretch and drink water and eat low on the food chain! Salud.
Kay M. Nov 19, 2007, 12:07pm EST
You've got to move it or lose it.
Cheryl R. Nov 19, 2007, 12:13pm EST
Now is when exercise slows down for me. Cooler, wetter weather makes the aches and pains tougher to take. I do have yoga mat, exercise ball, and other exercise equipment that Dr. has oked.
Sherine W. Nov 19, 2007, 12:28pm EST
I haven't done much exercise in the last week since I have been sick. I only went to the gym once last week, and I am already starting to feel it in my back. Hopefully I will be feeling better by tomorrow to get back to working out. It really does make a difference!
Kimber L. Nov 19, 2007, 12:31pm EST
thanks for the reminder!
Jan C. Nov 19, 2007, 12:44pm EST
Totally agree ... thanks for reminder ... but I loved this little ooopse :)

"(can lose 5-10 pounds/year using the elevator instead of the stairs)"
Darshana P. Nov 19, 2007, 12:59pm EST
Thanks for the tip Dan!!
Otelia S. Nov 19, 2007, 1:01pm EST
10-4 good buddy!
Good Looking Out!
Now get down and give me 20.
T J. Nov 19, 2007, 1:14pm EST
Yep good advice Dan. It'll make us all feel better.
Vivian P. Nov 19, 2007, 1:51pm EST
It's funny you should meantion that I just finished a 50 min exerice regime 30 wieght training and 20 stretching or yoga and I love it but I need to add more cardio to lose wieght faster
Vivian P. Nov 19, 2007, 1:53pm EST
btw I'm 54, overweight and while laying on my back I can sit up without useing my hands
blaine d. Nov 19, 2007, 3:01pm EST
i get some,thanks!!
William M. Nov 19, 2007, 3:33pm EST
Good advice, Dan. I should follow it.
Vivian P. Nov 19, 2007, 3:36pm EST
so how Often do you exercise Dan
Nan G. Nov 19, 2007, 3:37pm EST
Good idea, Dan. Thanks for the tips.
Georgiana S. Nov 19, 2007, 4:18pm EST
Always do. You are a med student aren't you?
Jerri H. Nov 19, 2007, 4:47pm EST
We shopped today ;) and with a nearly 3 yr old that IS exercising ;)
elizabeth e. Nov 19, 2007, 4:50pm EST
Exercise is good for the mind too.
So true... Thanks for sharing
Julia *loves my baby girl chloe* M. Nov 19, 2007, 5:24pm EST
thanks for sharing!!
Debby O. Nov 19, 2007, 5:49pm EST
Good tips!
Sam C. Nov 19, 2007, 6:41pm EST
Hi Dan, thanks for sharing
Thea D. Nov 19, 2007, 6:57pm EST
I found I really need to excercise and lose weight! This weekend we played paintball and most of the women that were in our group ages in their 40's most were all overweight and most of us smokers! Soooo needless to say although it was fun it would have been more if we all were in shape . Im seriously thinking of utilizing my gym membership that has been dormant for 2 years! lol and quitting smoking! Although the guys felt it they were in better shape than us!
Renu Gera R. Nov 19, 2007, 7:10pm EST
Thanks for reminding me about exercises! I am trying to do some from ever. Sometime I do some and sometime nothing. Most of the time nothing. However somehow I made my mind and doing some exercises from last three days regularly. But I am having sore muscles too. Hope I will get over with them and keep doing these exercises from now onwards. My goal is to shed those extra pounds which I gained due to giving birth to my two wonderful daughters.
Debby C. Nov 19, 2007, 7:12pm EST
arrggghhh, what are you ... reading my mind now ... boring day at work today so I sat in front of the computer instead of pulling orders, less exercise ...
Roberta G. Nov 19, 2007, 7:21pm EST
Right on, Dan!
Emma L. Nov 19, 2007, 7:56pm EST
Good advice!
Nanina Hawk Nov 19, 2007, 8:13pm EST
Well my day started out with a Nuclear treadmill, so I got more than my share of exercise today.
Sheila Deeth Nov 19, 2007, 8:16pm EST
I walked the dog, and she always elevates my mood.
Larry H. Nov 19, 2007, 8:54pm EST
thanks for sharing..
Erika S. Nov 19, 2007, 10:25pm EST
good advice.
Sharon B. Nov 20, 2007, 10:30am EST
I have been taking the elavator for years and it has not helped my lose a pound. I think I will try it the other way around. :)
Sharon B. Nov 20, 2007, 10:31am EST
I volunteer all day in a first grade classroom, so I am sitting most of the day. When the teacher takes the kids to the rest rooms, I get up and walk laps around the desks. Its not much but it does get the blood pumping a little.
Sandra T. Nov 20, 2007, 11:04am EST
I want to buy an eliptical machine...
Donna DeVane Nov 20, 2007, 11:08am EST
I take Tae Kwon Do class 3-5 times a week and can testify to how wonderful I feel.
Not only does my body enjoy the work out but it release my mind and I feel renewed.
I love TKD and wish every woman would get involved in your area. Take your daughters with you and kick together.

Smiles,
Donna
becky soccer mom x1 p. Nov 20, 2007, 4:52pm EST
i agree
Tara R. Nov 20, 2007, 9:28pm EST
Great advice...I've got to be more disciplined with myself. That's the hard part!
Dinesharan N. Nov 20, 2007, 10:54pm EST
Very true... Come to think of it, Feb'07 my weight was 48kg and waist size 28 but now eversince I started working, I just sit on my chair and face my PC from 9am-9pm everyday (including weekends and holidays) and now i'm 62kg and my waist size is 32. This has kept me worried these past few months, and every time I try to control my diet I get more hungrier and stressed... I m really out of control...
Steph-in-NE ..... Nov 20, 2007, 11:44pm EST
I wish I could exerice more,,, handicap slow me down a bit,, but I learn something this week,, if we lived in liverpool I would only be 18 stones,, that aint to bad,,,
Heidianna "Coriander" T. Nov 21, 2007, 7:38am EST
Great advice!
Romy A. Nov 21, 2007, 10:39am EST
Awesome! I DO take the elevator instead of the stairs already!
M. Bradley McCauley McCauley Nov 21, 2007, 2:06pm EST
Good advice for all of us. I think I'll go for a walk now---oooppps, it's raining, maybe I'll slip in a DVD and workout to that--hmmm palates? yoga? aerobics? Maybe after my nap the rain will be gone.

Happy Turkey Day and eat the white meat without skin.

Mary Mc
Beverly T. Nov 22, 2007, 1:45am EST
Great advice, Dan!

I hope your Thanksgiving is special.

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Roberta A. Nov 22, 2007, 2:37am EST
If I go exercize, how will I ever have any time to read your posts and leave you some comments and 10s? Besides, my body threatens me everytime I even think about exercizing. You should hear the terrible things it says it will do to me if I do. It's just awful.
Betty DeRamus Nov 22, 2007, 4:07am EST
Happy Thanksgiving thanks,,,
Sammie B. Nov 22, 2007, 6:03pm EST
That's always great advice. :) That's what I've been doing lately...hehe. Trying to walk about 6 miles a day.
Karolyn Q. Nov 23, 2007, 8:15am EST
Great advice.
Heather J. Nov 23, 2007, 7:23pm EST
Nice article, please feel free to take a look at my work.
Heather J. Nov 24, 2007, 1:04pm EST
Nice Post, Please Feel Free To Take A Look At My Work As Well.
Leslie T. Nov 26, 2007, 6:01am EST
I'm so glad my job keeps me active. I'm on my feet the whole time.
Rick Dreamie Dec 2, 2007, 2:40am EST
Thanks for sharing! Feel free to take a look at my stuff as well.
Good advice, Dan. I'm gonna take it. Tomorrow. :-)
Amy C. Dec 12, 2007, 1:00pm EST
Here to spread some Christmas Cheer!!!!! Merry Christmas!
Nick H. Dec 12, 2007, 1:46pm EST
Thank you for posting this article. I am just stopping in to give you a 10 and to let you know I appreciate your posting here!

Take care!
Dan H. Aug 8, 2008, 8:01pm EDT
Thanks For Your Thoughts Everyone.
Dan H. Aug 8, 2008, 8:03pm EDT
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vanessa h. Nov 19, 2008, 11:12am EST
thanks dan!
Hey would anyone be willing to work out with me?
we could make a game out of it! and also you would win a prize with bragging rights for a week!

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