Tips for Moms on the Go

· Do housework yourself instead of hiring someone else to do it.
· Work in the garden or mow the grass. Using a riding mower doesn't count! Rake leaves, prune, dig and pick up trash.
· Go out for a short walk before breakfast, after dinner or both! Start with 5-10 minutes and work up to 30 minutes.
· Walk or bike to the corner store instead of driving.
· When walking, pick up the pace from leisurely to brisk. Choose a hilly route. When watching TV, sit up instead of lying on the sofa. Better yet, spend a few minutes pedaling on your stationary bicycle while watching TV. Throw away your video remote control. Instead of asking someone to bring you a drink, get up off the couch and get it yourself.
· Stand up while talking on the telephone.