SMALL CHANGES FOR A MORE ACTIVE FALL AND WINTER!

The beginning of September and the fall season brings a lot of attention to the phrase “Back to”.  Back to School, Back to Routine etc.  Instead of framing this as going back to past routines, take this opportunity to embrace a new fitness routine. Add something new that gets you excited. Small changes that you add in now will help to power you through the shorter days of the Fall and Winter season.

Some easy Fall ideas to add to your week:

• Invite a friend to walk through a new neighbourhood
• Go apple picking at a local farm
• Take a camera or your phone and do a photo scavenger hunt
• Find a new trail on one of our local mountains
• Try a new type of fitness class
• Add 5 minutes of stretching to your morning routine
• Take a deep breath every hour, on the hour
• Try a new seasonal vegetable every week
• Book a session with a personal trainer
• Join a local club

It takes time to build a new routine so keep trying new things until you find something that you want to do on a regular basis.  For some of us, friends help to keep us accountable and make it easier to maintain a routine.  For others, the quiet alone time is what will keep you coming back. Either way, it’s important to find joy in getting active.
No matter what it looks like for you, seize the opportunity to add more movement and mindfulness to your Fall schedule!