Binge watch with less guilt

So we have all had that day we spent on the couch binge watching a show on Netflix. Before you know it the day is gone and so is your motivation to work out. Well a friend of mine came up with a brilliant solution to this that I have incorporated into my workout routine. From now on, I only allow myself to watch my favorite Netflix show while I am on the treadmill. Walking, running, it doesn't matter, I'm burning calories either way but if I want to watch my show, I have to be moving on the treadmill. If you don't have a treadmill, try a simple HIIT cardio routine using moves like jumping jacks, push-ups, burpees, mountain climbers, etc. The point is to keep moving. It's definitely bumped up my daily step count! And I no longer suffer from the guilt of a day wasted on the couch.

Smile while you run

When I was younger, I always joked that I if I ever saw a runner smiling, I would take it up. Well, this morning I was that smiling runner. I had great music, great weather, great neighbors and got to see a beautiful sun rise. I smiled the whole run. It’s a beautiful time of year, get out in it! Take in all the cool fresh air, even if it is in short panting breaths. And remember to smile! You never know who you may inspire.