Get it where you can and multitask

I, like everyone, on occasion have used the excuse of being too busy to exercise. So I get it. But just because you can't make it to the gym doesn't mean you can't do a bit of something for your heart health, waist line and longevity while you're completing other tasks-it's called multi-tasking and it's my favorite. For example, I needed to go to the store for some produce and such but also wanted to take my kiddos on a walk: Ah! What to do!? Well...we took a walk/jog (or wog-yep-wog-it's a combo of "walk" and "jog"...get it?) to the store...and look at how happy everyone is eating a much deserved snack!

Just sayin'. Move your body! 

Other ways to multi-task your workouts:

• Waiting for something to cook in the microwave? Do some squats.
• Waiting in line? Do some calf raises (you don't have to be a crazy person about it...be discrete)
• Have a one on one meeting? Can you take it outside for a walk?
• Need to study for an exam? Hop on a stationary bike or elliptical and read over notes.
• Playing with your kids? Have them chase you down, let them army crawl under your plank, have them do a fun little workout with you that involves a timer (what kid doesn't love a stop watch?)

Be creative. Be fit!