If you’ve enjoyed mall walking for exercise, you already know the joy of staying active in a comfortable, safe environment. But maybe you’re looking to shake things up and discover new ways to keep your body moving and your health on track. Luckily, there are plenty of fun, accessible options to explore that can take your fitness routine to the next level. Get Outside for a Change of Scenery Fresh air and sunshine can do wonders for your mood and energy. Consider taking your walks to a local park or nature trail. The uneven terrain of outdoor paths can challenge...

Struggling to find time for exercise in your jam-packed schedule? You’re not alone! The good news is that staying active doesn’t have to mean spending hours at the gym. By making small changes to your daily routine, you can add more movement to your day and boost your health without sacrificing your precious time. Here are five simple ways to get moving, even on the busiest days. Turn Your Commute Into a Workout If you commute to work or run errands, why not make it an opportunity to get active? Tips to Try: Walk or bike to work instead of...

When it comes to staying active, we often think of gym memberships, fitness apps, or exercise classes. But what if your best workout buddy is right at home—covered in fur or feathers? That’s right! Your pet can help you stay fit, burn calories, and even reduce stress. Let’s explore how pets keep you moving and share creative ways to turn everyday activities with your furry (or feathery) friend into fun workouts. How Pets Help Keep You Active Pets don’t just provide unconditional love; they also encourage movement and outdoor activity. Here’s how they help: Daily Walks: Walking your dog can...

We all know how exercising to lose weight and keeping our juices flowing is great for our health, but being overweight and having painful hemorrhoids makes exercise difficult and makes you want to avoid doing any. There’s also evidence certain exercises can aggravate your hemorrhoids and make your symptoms worse. But did you know there are some exercises that can actually help you have less hemorrhoids? Here are 2 types of exercises you can start that tend to be helpful for the reduction of hemorrhoids followed by 2 exercises you should avoid if you have really active sore hemorrhoids. Jogging...

As we get older, it becomes more important to take care of our hearts. But that doesn't mean exercise has to be hard! In fact, there are some gentle exercises that are great for your heart. So whether you're just starting out or you've been exercising for years, these are some of the easiest exercises that will help keep your heart healthy and your joints happy. 1. 5-Minute Walk Walking is a low-impact exercise that improves your heart health, mood, and your joints. Research has shown that even a quick 5-minute walk around your front yard will be good enough...