This year has put a lot of stress on many of us. It is so important to make sure you are physically and mentally staying healthy. One of the best ways to combat stress and anxiety is to get your body moving! This can be challenging when we are all stuck in our homes- in the middle of winter-during a global pandemic. I have some ideas that could help get your body moving and leave you feeling more accomplished and less stressed!
1- Shoveling! You cannot get through a winter in Iowa without having to shovel your driveway. Shoveling can be a great workout and a good way to get some fresh air. I type this as a winter storm is supposed to happen here in Iowa later this afternoon. 😊
2- Building a Snow fort. This can get your body moving and be a fun way to enjoy some time outdoors.
3- Signing up for a Fitness App. This can be a great way to stay motivated and get your body moving. There are tons of fitness app’s out there. My favorite is the Peloton app. It really feels like a fitness community and helps keep me motivated! It is also relatively cheap in cost.
4- Hiking. We have so many great parks around the state of Iowa. Check out this website to go on a new hiking adventure! https://www.alltrails.com/us/iowa
5- Find time to Zoom with friends/family. I know this probably does not get your heart rate up, but I think it is important to still try and maintain a good social life through quarantine. Technology helps make that possible! Utilize Zoom or FaceTime to connect with family/friends!
I know this has been a challenging past year for so many of us, but I hope 2021 brings you good health- physically and mentally as well as a renewed outlook on life! I know, I will never take a hug for granted again!
Meghan - Eastern Iowa Advisor