Tip #4: Be active at work – standing desk; walking meetings; take the stairs.

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I made my own standing desk in the kitchen.  It’s good for me ergonomically (I’ve had two neck operations, so I added the box to the counter top to get things comfortable – trial and error!)).  It provides a low-level …

Architects to the rescue

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Walking and climbing stairs help build exercise into everyday activity. It’s nice to see architects striving to design buildings and spaces that encourage us to be healthy. Did you take the stairs today?  Remember, start with “1 up, 2 down.” …

Why do people keep discouraging me from walking?

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Twice this week, people have discouraged me from walking! Today, I asked the man at the information booth if I could WALK to the other airport terminal.  He said, “yes, walk to that bus and it will take you there.” …

One up, two down

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Stair climbing is excellent exercise.  Aerobic (gets your heart rate up), plus some strength training for the legs. Rome wasn’t built in a day, so start slowly.  For a month, try to take the stairs one flight up, or two …