Its Fall, so let the pounds fall off with exercise

Now that the season is changing and it is getting cooler outside, it is a great time to get some fresh air and go for a daily walk. Walking is a great source of exercise, a great way to destress, and a great way to spend time with friends and/or family. Walking also provides great benefits for your heath.  Its many benefits include; major reductions in diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure, and an increase in bone density.

Some tips for exercising

• Get a good pair of walking shoes that fit your feet well. This will make walking more comfortable and keep your feet feeling good.
• Try walking in the early morning - many studies have found that early morning exercise is the easiest exercise to maintain over the long term.
• Or, exercise with co-workers during your lunch hour at work. It is a great time to get outside if you are in an office all day.
• Or, exercise in the evening either before or after dinner. This is a great time to exercise with your family. While walking you can talk about your day or just take in the cool air. If you are walking in the evening, be sure to wear reflective clothing so that cars can easily see you.

You may also want to use a pedometer. A pedometer will record how many steps you are taking. It is a great way to track your daily distance and be sure you are getting enough daily exercise.

So get out and walk..... and watch the pounds and leaves FALL.