by Dan | Dec 31, 2011 | Exercise, Family, Goals, Holidays, Motivation, Wellness/Health
The holidays are always a good time to sit back and reflect upon this past year. What went right? What went wrong? What do we need to change? What do we need to do to improve? This is particularly true when it comes to ourselves, our health, and trying to do better with doing more exercise, and watching our diets/food intake. Setting new goals, or adjusting old goals can be good, but instead of making ourselves commit to another goal, often times unrealistic, how about if we work on trying to improve upon what we have already done well. This is also a time to take advantage to learn from what we have not done well.
This was my daughter, Molly, and her response to what she thought of her christmas presents this year. This should actually be our response to what we have accomplished this year, and realize that we are not going to do everything right. What is more important out of all of this is to realize what we have done right and appreciate it, and to keep moving forward and learn from what we did wrong. We can all do a better job when it comes to our own health. We can all do better with exercise and diet. It is a continuous committment we must make, and we can do it, but it does take effort. Anything worth having in life does not come easy. So remember as we get ready to go forward to 2012–Stay active, spend time with family and friends, and continue to take care of ourselves. There are a lot of people out there that would miss you if you were gone. Have a happy upcoming New Year!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1556
by Dan | Nov 10, 2011 | Exercise, Goals, Motivation, Weather, Wellness/Health
Well, with the wind picking up, and the temperature dropping, the leaves off the trees, the signs of Winter are approaching. Does it mean you have to stop exercising? NO! But it does mean you have to start making some accomodations, and being smarter about what you are going to do for exercise, and where. Right now, I just have to dress more appropriately, but I am still thrilled I don’t have to contend wtih snow yet. So, there are some good points afterall.
I will be the first to admit, it is not as motivating to go out when it is cold, and your usual routes/path are not as interesting to look at. So, start being creative. What are you going to do different as we approach this Winter season? Sitting on our butts is not a good choice. I think it may be time to once again have some posts about more appropriate clothing to be wearing, and how we can handle the cold better. Plus, as usual, just trying to keep us all motivated to keep moving. Enjoy the next few days. We are supposed to get us to the mid 50’s yet, so take advantage. Keep moving, and enjoy the weekend.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1505
by Dan | Nov 5, 2011 | Exercise, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Well, today I hit a mile stone. 1500 consecutive days of exercise! I would have never believed it was possible for me to do. The thing is, it is now such a habit, I do it without thinking. I put in my run this AM already, then took Buddy for a walk. It is now routine. I don’t know how long this streak will go, but I at least don’t see it ending any time soon. Take care of yourself, and remember whatever goal you set for yourself…keep it managable, keep at it, but enjoy it and have fun along the way. That is what life is all about. Have a great weekend everybody. Keep exercising!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1500!
by Dan | Oct 27, 2011 | Exercise, Goals, Wellness/Health
Hey everybody…this coming saturday is the 2nd Annual Halloween Hustle fun run. You can run, walk…wear a costume if you like as they are giving prizes for the best costumes in several categories. 10 AM start time. Come have some fun…The Reiffenbergers are dressing up as the super hero family, The Incredibles! Will show pictures from the race this weekend.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1491
by Dan | Oct 23, 2011 | Exercise, Family, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
I often get asked by patients, not only how I find the time to exercise, but why do I exercise? By the end of each day, the answer becomes easier. This weekend was a perfect example of that.
First, on saturday, there was the State Cross Country meet in Sioux Falls. Here Nick is competing, and for a 9th grader on varsity, does very well. The weather was perfect, and I did a lot of running just to keep up in order to take pictures. Then when this was done, it was back in the car to go home and make it to the school in order to see my girls at the annual TUCKS dance, which they have been planning for months.
We got back in time to be able to take pictures quick before the grand march and presentation of all of the couples. The girls were very happy that we got back in time for this.
So why do I exercise? I have too many things to do and see in regards to my kids. I want to be around for a long time and be a part of their lives, and participate in those activities. I want to be healthy enough to be around for them. These are some of my main driving forces, the things that keep me motivated and enthusiastic about my health, and my daily exercise. I am staying in shape, and feel better, but the bottom line is I am doing this for my kids and my family. Hopefully they will be stuck with me for a long time. I, and they, would not want to have it any other way! Have a good week coming.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1487
by Dan | Oct 6, 2011 | Exercise, Family, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Today is our wedding anniversary. 21 years for Sarah and I. Just like everybody else, we have been through a lot, but we keep each other going. Whether it is taking care of our kids, our health, or each other, we are always there, and always have been. I may do a lot of my exercise with my Golden Retriever, Buddy, but Sarah is my ultimate training partner/partner in general. It is so much easier to focus on your health, and to try and eat right, and exercise, when your spouse is on the same page as you. If your spouse or partner is not with you, keep trying. Some day it may surprise you. We both ran today, and I also rode the bike. We are always active, and keep each other motivated.
Here is to many, many more years Sarah! Thanks to our friend/photographer Cory Ann Ellis for taking great pictures!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1470
