In Shape In the Environment
If you like to multi-task, then getting in shape while helping the environment should be the next thing on your bucket list. Better yet, make it a daily habit for, indeed, every little thing that we do for the environment goes a long way towards ensuring our survival on the planet we call home.
Walk the Talk
Well, if you are going to talk about doing your part in environmental conservation, you might as well walk the talk, literally. Instead of driving your car for a few blocks, you should walk to your destinations. You will get your exercise, save the air from more noxious fumes coming from your car and set aside the money on fuel, toll and parking fees. Did we mention saving yourself the hassles of being stuck in traffic?
Run, Forrest, Run
If you are running late, then you should run. This is an extension of walking the talk although you will be burning more calories over the same distance. Besides, running is free on public areas like Centennial Park so take advantage of the sunshine, fresh air and green grass. Now, contrast that with running on an expensive treadmill.
Ride Your Bike
For longer distances, you can ride your bike. Again, there are many parks that offer bike paths alongside pedestrian areas. Since riding is also a cardiovascular activity, you can get your heart rate up and still ensure that you do not up the ante in environmental destruction.
Take the Stairs
The elevators are for wimps. Well, at least, you can tell yourself this is true while you take the flights of stairs going to your office. Your legs and derriere will get a real workout while your whole body will be buzzing with adrenaline, just enough to let you start your day on a high note.
Pedal Power
If you have the extra money, you can always purchase a pedal-powered generator. The general rule with these generators is that the longer and harder you pedal, the greater energy is produced. You can save on your power bill while powering up your health.
Grow a Garden
Gardening is beneficial in many ways. You can get your exercise especially where your upper arms are concerned while ensuring that you have organic food at a lesser cost in a few months’ time. Plus, organic gardening is very good for the environment because of lesser toxic leaks from commercial fertilizers and pesticides seeping into the ground water.
Community Clean-up
For a more comprehensive effect, you can volunteer or initiate a community clean-up. Go to the beach, the parks and even just your neighborhood to pick up litter. Start a recycling drive to lessen garbage being thrown to the landfills and donate the proceeds to the community food bank to help out those hit by the recession. In fact, even just educating youngsters about the value of reducing, recycling, and reusing materials will benefit present and future generations.
There are many ways to burn calories while not burning the environment through careless use of resources. Get on them today and reap the benefits in the very near future.
