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 kelsey | Aug 16, 2011 | Etc.
I honestly can’t believe summer is coming to and end shortly! We hope you have all enjoyed the nice weather and fun times. With school starting in about a week, you may be looking at getting back into a routine like the kids will be. If you have neglected your health and wellness and need a jumpstart to get back on track, we’re here for you!! We are thrilled to be gearing up for our 4th session of STRIVE and look forward to meeting our new participants and welcoming back those from last year. Please check out or calendar for dates and if you’re interested and/or know of any who may be, please contact us through our contact page, email, or phone to get enrolled!!
In addition, please check out the Watertown Bike Club’s website as we are their featured sponsor! http://www.watertownbicycleclub.com/watertown-bike-trail/supporters/
-Kelsey
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
by Dan | Aug 11, 2011 | Exercise, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
Out hiking last year in Colorado, Sarah and I spent a lot of time hiking. We would continue to climb, come around a corner, only to see another hill to climb. On and on it went. When we would get to larger open areas, the view was incredible, and well worth all of the effort. The fun, though, was in the “climb”. The adventure involved with it, the time we got to spend together, the solitude and peace. Life is all about the “climb”. We all have daily “climbs”, we keep working on things, and eventually have an end goal in mind…but it is the experience, the “climb” we go through to get there that is the adventure. Exercise is a lot like life…we have our struggles, we have our good days and bad days, but the end goal is what we are trying to achieve…a healthier, more enjoyable life. Enjoy life, enjoy exericise.
The views and accomplishments that we achieve, and see, are all well worth the effort we put into it. There is nothing in life worth having that comes easy. The more we work at it, the more we appreciate it as well. Enjoy the adventure along the way. Remember one key point: “Success: A Journey, not a Destination!”
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 1416
by kelsey | Aug 11, 2011 | Food
This week I took a few days off to enjoy some family time at the lake. Since we got a break from the intense heat and it wasn’t exactly swimsuit weather, so we decided to go fishing. Of course after a day of fishing we have to enjoy our fresh catch. Typically fresh water fish around here are prepared by frying. You can grill, broil, or bake it, but the majority fry it. Since we aren’t daily fishers, we enjoy this treat every one awhile, however there are ways to make the frying healthier. Try using canola or olive oil and adding some wheat flour to your batter mix. Be sure to add some fresh veggies to your meal as well!
-Kelsey
