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Focus In 3771

Welcome to day 10 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . As you continue unlocking all your physical possibilities, equally important is keeping your mind healthy. Self-awareness is a key element to setting realistic goals and continuing your good work after this challenge is complete.  We encourage you to: ...

Focus In 3770

Welcome to day 10 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . As you continue unlocking all your physical possibilities, equally important is keeping your mind healthy. Self-awareness is a key element to setting realistic goals and continuing your good work after this challenge is complete.  We encourage you to: ...

Give back to your community while exercising. Volunteer. 3769

Welcome to day 9 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Staying active isn’t just exercising — it’s moving. And you can keep moving while making a difference. Consider volunteering. If you love animals, one idea is to volunteer for an animal shelter walking dogs. It gets you outside, keeps you moving, and allows you ...

Give back to your community while exercising. Volunteer. 3768

Welcome to day 9 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Staying active isn’t just exercising — it’s moving. And you can keep moving while making a difference. Consider volunteering. If you love animals, one idea is to volunteer for an animal shelter walking dogs. It gets you outside, keeps you moving, and allows you ...

Form A Cross-training Tribe 3767

Welcome to day 8 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Add some excitement to your usual running or walking route. Variety keeps exercise from becoming stagnant and motivates you to keep going. Spice up your routine with body weight and standing exercises along your walking/jogging path. Follow these steps: Map ...

Create And Participate In A Fitness Scavenger Hunt 3766

Welcome to day 8 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Add some excitement to your usual running or walking route. Variety keeps exercise from becoming stagnant and motivates you to keep going. Spice up your routine with body weight and standing exercises along your walking/jogging path. Follow these steps: Map ...

Form A Cross-training Tribe 3765

Welcome to day 7 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Join a local Facebook group centered around a common fitness interest, such as tennis, cycling, or swimming. This is the perfect way to meet new people while fostering your passion for your favorite form of exercise. Now take it a step further. Ask your new group ...

Create and participate in a fitness scavenger hunt 3764

Welcome to day 7 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Join a local Facebook group centered around a common fitness interest, such as tennis, cycling, or swimming. This is the perfect way to meet new people while fostering your passion for your favorite form of exercise. Now take it a step further. Ask your new group ...

Try Something That Scares You 3763

Welcome to day 6 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . You’re halfway done with this challenge. Now it’s time to set the bar higher. The true focus of this challenge is doing something new while breaking through fear or other barriers that are holding you back. What are you doing differently this year to improve your ...

Try Something That Scares You 3762

Welcome to day 6 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . You’re halfway done with this challenge. Now it’s time to set the bar higher. The true focus of this challenge is doing something new while breaking through fear or other barriers that are holding you back. What are you doing differently this year to improve your ...

Train for a 5K! 3761

Welcome to day 5 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Training for a race or event is the perfect way to get out of your exercise comfort zone. A 5K, which is 3.1 miles long, is an ideal place to start. Whether you want to push yourself to run or want to complete a race walking, both are notable goals. There are multiple ...

Train For A 5K 3760

Welcome to day 5 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Training for a race or event is the perfect way to get out of your exercise comfort zone. A 5K, which is 3.1 miles long, is an ideal place to start. Whether you want to push yourself to run or want to complete a race walking, both are notable goals. There are multiple ...

Take Your Workout Outside 3759

Welcome to day 4 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Feeling outdoorsy? No matter where you live, there’s probably areas nearby where you can hike, walk a trail, or stroll through the woods. Studies show that being in nature may boost immunity while  lowering stress levels and improving mood . For example: ...

Take Your Workout Outside 3758

Welcome to day 4 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . Feeling outdoorsy? No matter where you live, there’s probably areas nearby where you can hike, walk a trail, or stroll through the woods. Studies show that being in nature may   boost immunity while  lowering stress levels and improving mood . For example: ...

Join An Online Workout Class! 3757

Welcome to day 3 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . With social distancing still encouraged, now is a great time to hop on the Internet workout bandwagon. Carve out a small space in your home, throw on some comfortable clothes, and experience something new. You can find tons of free (or paid) exercise classes ...

Join An Online Workout Class! 3756

Welcome to day 3 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . With social distancing still encouraged, now is a great time to hop on the Internet workout bandwagon. Carve out a small space in your home, throw on some comfortable clothes, and experience something new. You can find tons of free (or paid) exercise classes ...

Get In The Water! 3755

Welcome to day 2 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . There’s something refreshing about being in water, especially on a hot summer day. If you have access to a lake, pool, or other body of water — put on your swimsuit and hop in. According to the CDC, currently, there is no evidence that COVID-19 can spread to people ...

Bust Out Of Your Comfort Zone 3754

Welcome to day 1 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . The first step to unlocking possibilities is to change your routine. Challenge your expectations and your body by safely pushing beyond your known limits. To begin, focus on increasing your endurance, especially if you exercise regularly. This will take you ...

Get In The Water! 3753

Welcome to day 2 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . There’s something refreshing about being in water, especially on a hot summer day. If you have access to a lake, pool, or other body of water — put on your swimsuit and hop in. According to the CDC, currently, there is no evidence that COVID-19 can spread to people ...

Bust Out Of Your Comfort Zone 3752

Welcome to day 1 of the Possibilities Unlimited challenge, powered by support from Humana . The first step to unlocking possibilities is to change your routine. Challenge your expectations and your body by safely pushing beyond your known limits. To begin, focus on increasing your endurance, especially if you exercise regularly. This will take you ...

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I absolutely LOVE being around water. Being in a swimming pool, floating on my back with my ears under the water, staring up at the sky…… Im basically in heaven!! One of my all time favorite memories is when I had my own private balcony next to the ocean in Cancun Mex., and I left the door open every night to feel the ocean breeze and hear the waves…. again, heaven...

yes meditating while walking is great! You're active, but getting relaxed at the same time!

it also works for me.  I use it to talk to God and it works. It is relaxing and soothing. 

I did the standing calf raises, the push ups and took the stairs between documenting on patients. 

Taking care of self is not always easy, so today I challenge myself to indulge in Self Care. Be Well!