by Dan | Nov 17, 2011 | Exercise, Motivation, Weather, Wellness/Health, Winter
The temperatures are definitely dropping! It was kind of cold running this AM. Ice is beginning to develop on the lake, and we are supposed to get snow on saturday. I wanted to make sure to get out and run today, and will again tomorrow. Even though it is cold, it is still easier to be out with no snow or ice. This is where you really have to start with some self-motivation to get yourself to go out and exercise. You still have the option of being inside, but I like getting out and being able to look around. The bike paths are still clear yet, so I am going to use as long as I can. Maybe I will see you out there yet. The temperature may be dropping, but you need to keep your will power climbing. Hang in there, and again, KEEP MOVING!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1512
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 31, 2011 | Holidays, Motivation
Have a safe and Happy Halloween everybody. It just goes to show, you are never to old to have fun with this holiday. Here is a picture of Dr. Lawrence today. He used this costume multiple times with patients today, who all this was just great! They thought it was fun to see a doctor have fun at work!
Of course, with kids at home, you are always going to have fun, regardless of their age. Here Molly carved a pumpkin this weekend, and then wanted to bring it to the “doctor” because her pumpkin got “sick” while she was carving it. At least that is the story she is sticking with. Here is a picture of her “art work”.
Have a fun holiday everybody. Relax, and don’t take life so serious. There are more than enough opportunities for this to happen. Have a good week.
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1495
by Dan | Oct 30, 2011 | Exercise, Family, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Well, the Halloween Hustle Fun Run yesterday was a lot of fun, and great weather. It was in the mid 30’s, but very calm. Very good day for a fun run, walk. Here Sarah and I are in are costumes, as we went as the “Incredibles”. Everything for the run, day, event was “Incredible”, and everybody there had a good time. The Jolly Green Giant showed up, and we found “Waldo”, as well as several other super heroes, to name a few.
Molly agreed to wear her costume, here with Sarah, but we could not convince Nick to wear his. He was too serious yesterday, and really wanted to try and win the race. He achieved his goal, winning the race, with a time of 18:46. All of us had a fun morning, and was a great way to spend the day as a family. Following this, Sarah and I went back to the pool for Megan’s swim meet. All of us were busy this weekend!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1494
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
