by Dan | Mar 5, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation, Wellness/Health
The snorkeling was very good in Mexico. Part of the adventure the one day, after snorkeling out in the ocean covering about a mile, we came back and went snorkeling in one of the caves. Very colorful, and scenic, but very cold, or as they said, “very refreshing!” Here is Sarah and I posing at the turn around point.
This is one view of what we got to see above the surface of the water. Below the water, again was very colorful, and crystal clear. There was not much for fish here, as the bulk of this water was fresh water. Stay tuned as we continue to exlpore Mexico the active way….
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1257
by Dan | Mar 3, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation
This was the cenote where we went snorkeling. The top right of the picture is the deck we got to jump off to get in the water, and on the left side is the zip line we got to go down in as well. The snorkeling was great here, lots of things to look at, very clear water. Spent about 1 hour here. Following this, we got to go into one of the caves to go snorkel, and I will show pictures of this tomorrow.
Here I am being pushed on the zip line. This, and the jump off of the deck, were a lot of fun! This is also part of a good vacation, right??
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1255
by Dan | Mar 2, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation
While in Riviera Maya, we went hiking, walking to Tulum–the site of a Pre-Columbian Maya walled city serving as a major port for Coba. The ruins are located on 12 meter (39 ft) cliffs. Tulum stands on a bluff facing east and the Carribean Sea. Tulum had access to both land and sea trade routes, which made it an extremely important trade hub. Tulum was at its height between the 13th – 15th centuries.
It was a very interesting place to visit, and great for pictures. We spent about 3 hours there, walking, viewing the Sea, watching the iguanas, and touring the sites. The Mexican adventure continues….
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1254
by Dan | Mar 1, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Some more great views of the ocean while at Mexico. Great scenery…great time for relaxing. We did a lot of walking along the beach, and it hardly even seemed like exercise. When you have some great temps, and great things to look at, the time goes by so fast. We will continue as the week goes on…
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1253
by Dan | Mar 1, 2011 | Etc., Exercise, Holidays, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Well, reluctantly, we are back to South Dakota. We had a great vacation in Mexico…first time there. If you can’t get out of the cold here, then you can explore Mexico this way. I am going to take you on a tour of some of the great sights, and show you some of the things we did while on vacation. You have to take time to relax and enjoy, but you can still find time to stay active as well. There were lots of activities going on, which definitely helped, because I have to say, the diet kind of went of vaction also. For short time periods, that is OK also. You have to enjoy some of these things in life as well. You can help balance this out a little bit by continuing to stay active and exercise. We took walks on the beach, ran outside, worked out in the fitness center they had, went snorkeling several times, and took tours of the sights that invovled a lot of walking as well. Of course, we had plenty of R & R as well. Stay tuned for a tour of Riviera Maya in Mexico!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1252
by Dan | Feb 17, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation, Wellness/Health, Winter
Sarah and I get to take off on Saturday on a vacation to Mexico…first time for us. Time for a break from the snow and cold…Now that is what I need to help increase the motivation. I will take lots of pictures of the scenery there to share when we get back. Lots of food and relaxation, but we also still exercise everyday. It would not be very difficult to let everything slip on vacation, and then come back with an extra 5-10#. This way we can still eat and enjoy things, yet still keep our health in check. Looking forward to a week with my best friend! If I am able to send text messages, I will attempt to twitter the Mexico happenings!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1241
