Sky Lakes Medical Center | Live Smart | Spring 2018

You want to exercise. You know it’s good for both your mind and body. And you actually feel better when you do it. So what’s getting in the way? Maybe dozens of things. Some are pretty persuasive too. Life happens. But other times, excuses are...well, just excuses. Here are some common thoughts that derail good exercise intentions—and tips for what to do about them. Sources: American College of Sports Medicine; American Council on Exercise; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention GET ACTIVE WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM YOUR FRIENDS You can be more consistent with your walking or other exercise routines if you join others doing the same thing. A Moai social network may be helpful. Find out how to create your own Moai network at skylakes.org/bluezones . Fight back Don’t let excuses knock you off the exercise track The excuse “I’m too tired.” “I don’t have time.” “It’s too wet/cold.” “Who cares? Why bother?” The truth: Consistent exercise actually boosts your energy. But if you wait until you're too pooped to pump, it might not happen at all. So schedule your workout for a time of day when you have some get-up-and-go. w w Schedule exercise just like any other priority. w w Keep your walking shoes at your desk and head out for a brisk jaunt during lunch or breaks. w w Pack your gym bag the night before. w w Break exercise into 10-minute chunks if you need to. w w Do double-duty: Walk in place while watching TV; ride a stationary bike while on the phone; park well away from work or the store's entrance and walk to and from your car. Come up with an indoor routine you can do when the weather doesn't cooperate. Doing calisthenics, climbing stairs, jumping rope, or swimming at the geothermally heated Ella Redkey Pool or indoors at the Klamath Falls YMCA are no-cost or low-cost activities . Oh, that negative inner voice. It zaps confidence and destroys motivation. Keep track of your miles, time, reps or steps. Give yourself credit for a job well done! The remedy Free health checks Don't miss the 20th annual Sky Lakes community health fair coming up Saturday, March 3, at the Fairgrounds. Details at skylakes.org/healthfair . Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Walla Walla, WA Permit No.44 2865 Dagget Avenue Klamath Falls, OR 97601