by Dan | Aug 27, 2011 | Exercise, Family, Goals, Wellness/Health
The Cross Country season is under way for the school year as of yesterday with the first Watertown home meet. It ended up being a very warm afternoon for a race, but considering the usual weather for Cross Country, this was great. Here Nick is running, and really enjoys the sport. He spent a good part of the summer running and biking to get ready.
Here Molly is in her race. Both did well for the first meet of the year. A lot of work lies ahead, but they are up for the challenge. They have a friendly rivalry between themselves, not to mention with Dad! I think they realize maybe Dad is not as slow as they think he should be. We all have fun together, and it makes for a good activity/sport that we can do together, and you don’t need any special equipment to do it. Enjoy the weekend.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1432
by Dan | Aug 25, 2011 | Wellness/Health
Yesterday was a funeral for Assistant Fire Chief in Watertown, Pat Smith. 32+ years of service helping others. He passed away after a short battle dealing with Melanoma. The funeral was quite the tribute, as multiple different fire trucks from all over the state of SD were in attendance. They had this flag flying at the corner of the church.
Here is towards the end of the processional. I was too caught up in the moment to take a picture, but it goes for as far as you can see, and it was started by all of the firetrucks with lights flashing. It was a very honarable farewell. You will be missed Pat. Thanks for all of your years of service for caring for people. I think this gives me an idea to start next week about the issue of melanoma, and what it involves, and how to prevent it. This will hit closer to home for me as well with all of the outdoor activities I do, my red hair, and light complexion, all of which makes me more vulnerable to this as well.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1430
by Dan | Aug 21, 2011 | Exercise, Family, Motivation, Weather, Wellness/Health
Great weekend for weather, and even better for hanging out at the Lake. Spent the weekend with some friends, and had a bonfire Sat night, then to the Lake sunday. Very relaxing. Our friend even went on a bike ride with us this AM, so we got our exercise in early.
Here are some of us enjoying the water activities. Great to just relax and have fun, and leave the pressures of everyday hectic life behind for awhile. We all need days like this. Take advantage of the weather yet, and spend as much time outside as you can. Good dive into the water Ayden! It was fun Kaleb, and Cory Ann, always good to see you. It was a fun weekend. Family and Friends–important to focus on the important things in life. It was good for me to get out, and not try to be working on something, or just working. Thanks!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1426
by Dan | Aug 16, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation, Weather, Wellness/Health
Don’t forget when you go out to walk, run, bike, or any other kind of exercise, that you don’t forget to look around and enjoy the scenery. It is so much more enjoyable to be outside and look around compared to being inside on a treadmill. Early in the morning especially, when the sun first starts coming up, it is so peaceful outside. It makes the exercise almost effortless.
It is amazing to listen to the sounds of nature, and enjoy the different colors. When walking early this AM, and it was a great way to get the day started. Easy to get fired up and motivated during the summer time when he can spend lots of time outside. Don’t waste it! The summer is going fast!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1421
by Dan | Aug 13, 2011 | Exercise, Family, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Wow! No “ordina”ry weekend. My twin brother, Don, after following his dreams, and achieving his goals, had his ordination ceremony friday night, being ordained a lutheran minister. Whatever our dreams, whatever our beliefs, we all have the right to make OUR OWN INDEPENDENT CHOICES…and it is up to us to follow our choices. We have the freedom to choose our path in life. We also have the freedom to choose about what we do in regards to our health, in most instances. We can either exercise and watch our diet, and be healthier, reaping the benefits of this, or choose not to, and deal with all of the ramifications that can come about as a result.
I just want to say, “I am proud of you, Bro!” You made your dream come true. Your wife, kids, and the rest of your family were behind you, and it was great seeing things come to reality for you. You made a good CHOICE! Follow along as I continue to discuss about things in life/issues that help influence our choices.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1418
