How Your Dog Can Help You Move Mindlessly

Moving mindlessly is a BlueZones concept that means integrating low-level physical activity into your daily routine. The healthiest, longest-living people in the world aren't gym-rats; but they have habits that promote or even require moderate, sustained exercise every day.

What, you don't have a herd of sheep you need to lead out to pasture in the hills every morning? Not to worry! Try thinking of other ways to encourage yourself to move mindlessly! Here are some things my dog has taught me about this subject:

1. Running is the most fun thing ever.
2. Running after anything that moves is better.
3. Have an adventurous spirit - he has never let his lack of opposable thumbs stop him from believing he can climb a tree. After a squirrel.
4. Drink lots water daily. Lots and lots and lots of water.
5. Weight training rules - tug of war anyone?
6. Repeat daily. In his case, repeat ten times daily.

Pets are a great way to get in the habit of daily motion. Kids are great too. What other aspects of your life encourage this kind of healthy exercise?

Written by Kathryn Savage

Posted:  Just One More Pet – Cross Posted:  True Health Is True Wealth

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