63 Quick Fit Tips!

Take small steps today and reap big benefits tomorrow! Below is a list of 63 different ways you can take small steps on your way to overall health, wellness and fitness.

You certainly cannot do them all in one day and perhaps some won't even apply to you, but do look the list over and do your best to incorporate all that apply to your lifestyle and reap the benefits of a healthier, more fit you!

1. Walk to work.

2. Use fat free milk instead of whole milk.

3. Do sit-ups in front of the TV.

4. Walk during your lunch hour.

5. Drink water before a meal.

6. Eat leaner red meat and poultry.

7. Eat half of your dessert.

8. Walk instead of driving whenever you can.

9. Take a walk after dinner.

10. Avoid food portions larger than your fist.

11. Mow lawn with push mower.

12. Increase the fiber in your diet.

13. Walk the kids to school.

14. Get a dog and walk it.

15. Join an exercise group.

16. Drink diet soda.

17. Do yard work.

18. Eat off smaller plates.

19. Don't eat late at night.

20. Skip seconds.

21. Garden or work around the house.

22. Skip all-you-can-eat buffets.

23. Grill, steam or bake instead of frying.

24. Ride your bicycle to the store instead of driving.

25. Go for a half-hour walk instead of watching TV.

26. Use vegetable oils over solid fats.

27. Sit up straight at work.

28. Wash the car by hand.

29. Don't skip meals.

30. Pace the sidelines at kids' athletic games.

31. Choose an activity that fits into your daily life.

32. Park further from the store and walk.

33. Ask a friend to exercise with you.

34. Make time in your day for physical activity.

35. Exercise with a video if the weather is bad.

36. Keep to a regular eating schedule.

37. If you find it difficult to be active after work, try it before work.

38. Take a walk or do desk exercises instead of a cigarette or coffee break.

39. Play with your kids 30 minutes a day.

40. Dance to music.

41. Keep a pair of comfortable walking or running shoes in your car and office.

42. Walk briskly in the mall.

43. Choose activities you enjoy and you'll be more likely to stick with them.

44. Explore new physical activities.

45. Reward and acknowledge your efforts.

46. Choose fruit for dessert.

47. Consume alcoholic beverages in moderation, if at all.

48. Take stairs instead of the escalator.

49. Share an entree with a friend.

50. Eat before going grocery shopping.

51. Make a grocery list before you shop.

52. Flavor foods with herbs, spices, and other low fat seasonings.

53. Eat before you get too hungry.

54. Don't skip breakfast.

55. Stop eating when you are full.

56. Snack on fruits and vegetables.

57. Top your favorite cereal with apples or bananas.

58. Try brown rice or whole-wheat pasta.

59. Ask for salad dressing "on the side".

60. Bake or broil fish.

61. Drink lots of water.

62. Cut back on added fats or oils in cooking or spreads.

63. Walk to a co-worker's desk instead of emailing or calling them.

If you've got a QUICK FIT TIP, send it to me and I'll add it to the list! I'll even send you a JakeBreak bumper sticker!

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