Moving for my Physical, Mental and Spiritual Health

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I got back from my conference on Sunday afternoon and was determined to get outside and get moving again. It was a long winter with lots of snow and ice and while I did do some walking, it wasn't enough to stay in shape. I do a lot of sitting as most of my work is on the computer and I'm trying to remember to get up every 30 minutes or so and move around. 

At times it feels as if I have too much to do to take the time to exercise and yet, when I do, I feel better and have much more energy and am able to focus more. Taking some time to get outside for a walk clears my head and lifts my mood.

Since Sunday afternoon, I've been able to get out each day and go about 2-3 miles each time. I'm definitely feeling stiff so it is important I keep moving. I'm thankful to live in an area with lots of options, including just walking down my street and up into the local park. 

I love that everything is starting to wake up and be in bloom. The birds have been noisy too and it's a sound I love best.








We were back down in the 30's last night, but I'd say that spring has definitely arrived. I'm taking my father-in-law out for lunch today and will get a walk in after I drop him off. He lives about an hour away and there are also some beautiful spots to walk near him.

I keep moving forward for my physical, mental and spiritual health!

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