I have touched on this before but I want to talk about it more.

I got a fitbit a few weeks ago and realized how lazy I was.

Since then I have tried to increase my steps and general movement daily to burn more calories and here is what I have done:

@ work

I walk to other offices when I need to talk to someone rather than calling.

I take the long way to the bathroom and break room to get my snacks or lunch.

Instead of rolling my chair I get up and walk to get things in my office.

I fidget- shake my legs, stand when on the phone

@ a store

I park further away (ok unless it's raining- I don't like being wet)

Walk as fast as I can between sections I need to go to or take the long way around the store.

@ home

Again take the long way to the potty or kitchen

We have our master on the first floor, but I go upstairs everyday to check it (I have pets)

I work out when I have time (busy time of year- have gifts to wrap)

When I sit down to watch a fav show (like NCIS) I pick up my hand weights and use them while I watch or during commercials.

Dance around the kitchen while cooking (the hubs just loves this- I find him watching from the door laughing)

Dance in the shower while washing my hair

Pace when on the phone

I park my car in the garage and walk back to the mail box rather than stopping at the mail box.

Play with my dog (tug of war kills my arms - she is STRONG)

All these things add up to more calories burned and they put me in a better mood. I mean who won't laugh at themselves when they are dancing in the kitchen to Christmas carols or dancing in the shower. I feel better and am happier on the days I do these things.

We all can increase our movement in some way even if we can't workout. As you do more movement the easier it gets to move and the more you can do and it turns into a wonderful cycle.

So do it - MOVE!