Healthy Tips: tiny bits of knowledge

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  • I try and sign up for races on a regular basis to keep me motivated and connected with other runners in the area. Races are also a great opportunity to give back to charity.

    — Ashley

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  • Walking to do all my errands helps me find time for exercise in my busy schedule. Some days, I might not have time to go to the gym, but I can always walk to the store or to a further T stop on my way to work.

    — Caroline, Cambridge, MA

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  • My husband and I, along with our 3 (young adult) kids, became triathletes this past summer. It was a great family activity that started us onto the road to fitness.

    — Patty

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  • Switch your exercise routine to mornings in the fall and winter, so you get your daily dose of sunshine. Walking or running outdoors in the morning sunshine makes the shorter days and getting out of work when it’s dark easier.

    — Carol, Hingham, MA

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  • Going to a restorative yoga class after work  helps me to stretch out and avoid muscle strain from sitting at a desk in front of a computer all day. Plus I always feel taller and stress-free after yoga practice.

    — Cathleen, Newport, RI

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  • I don’t have a car so that means I do a lot of walking. And when the distance is too far to walk, I take public transportation which is a step toward reducing my carbon footprint.

    — Helen

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  • Taking a dance or strength/tone class 2-4 times a week is very beneficial to me. And when I can’t make it, I use the stretching and slow breathing techniques at home to alleviate workday stress!

    — Cyndie

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  • Whenever the kids and I are watching TV together, we get up at every commercial and dance. Seems silly, but keeps us active even when we really aren’t!!

    — Mary

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  • I like to park as far away from the mall as I can, so even when I’m out running errands I feel like I’m doing something good for my health.

    — Jon

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  • We designated 2 nights every week as tech-free.  We do something that gets us out of the house and away from the screens – like going for an extra long walk.

    — Liz

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  • I do yoga poses when I’m out walking in the morning. Performing sun salutations really helps my body wake up.

    — Carin

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  • I always find that going outside and playing like my kids play lets me spend time with them, but also gives me a great workout.

    — Katie

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