It's the weekend, and what are you going to do? I find myself trying to think of something to do every weekend. Things we can do as a family, things for just my husband and I, things for me and my girlfriends, and honestly, things for just me to do too. After a long work week, the last thing anyone wants to do is rush around, and not enjoy their weekend. But how do we stay active, eat healthy, and still relax over the weekend. Here are some of my ideas for healthy weekend activities whether it's date night, family day, girls/guys night out, or a "me myself & I" date.
Bowling: this is a guaranteed strike, when it comes to healthy activity for people of all ages, anytime of day, anywhere. It's fun as a pair, or with a group.
Cooking/baking class: learn to make different cuisines, there are even ones for kids... If you're in the DE area check out Chefs Haven in Hockession, DE or even your local Williams Sonoma.
Spa Night: you can go out to your favorite salon for a spa night, or you can do one at home for more fun and on a budget. Manicures, pedicures, facials, or even massages. Check out www.wholeliving.com for their At-home Spa Guide, or find a Mary Kay consultant in your area.
Home Improvement: this is a great way to get the blood pumping while improving your Space. A great time to recruit friends & kids to help. Gardening, spring cleaning, and painting are easier ways, but if you want to remodel your bathroom, have fun!
Bike Ride: go for a bike ride, solo or with someone/a group. Look for scenic locations; beach, lake, park, historic areas, or even just your neighborhood... For a special treat, ride your bike to your favorite ice cream or frozen yogurt shop, for a sweet reward!
Yoga class: take a yoga class. This is a wonderful way to work and relax the body all at the same time. There are even family yoga classes. Namaste!
Walk & a Picnic: pack a healthy meal in reusable containers, and head out to your favorite park or beach. Enjoy the time with a leisurely stroll and a yummy meal. If you're with another, pack a Frisbee or some kites. As the weather gets warmer, some parks offer live music, bonus! But don't forget your picnic blanket!
Book Stores: antique or your neighborhood Barnes & Noble, are wonderful ways to spend your weekend. Grab a coffee or a tea, find a good book, snag a cozy chair, and let your mind drift into the pages. With kids, this is another awesome way to show them reading is fun!
Walking Tour: whether your visiting or it's your hometown, go on a walking tour. You'll see and learn things your never knew before. In DE, there are tours of the historic houses & buildings of Dover, Old New Castle, Lewis, and Georgetown. Amazon.com even sells books/maps so you can take your own walking tour where ever you are without a tour guide.
Botanical Gardens: visit, enjoy, learn, and breathe in all of the wonderful smells and the beauty these gardens have to offer. Longwood Gardens in PA is one of our favorite places to visit, all year round, they have a spectacular Christmas display. Plus you get in about 2-3 miles worth of walking.
Group Sports: these can be as fun or competitive as you want them to be; volleyball, basketball, flag football, and an oldie but goodie, kickball. Get some friends, kids, family members together and get moving!
Dancing: time to put on those dancing shoes, and get boogieing! Leave the robot at home though. Don't feel like going out, try Just Dance for the xBox or the Wii... It is soooooo much fun, I work up a sweat every time!!
Volunteer: this is a great way to giveback, which is very healthy for your soul and space! Find places in your area that need your help, we have a great website in DE, www.volunteerdelaware.org that connects volunteers with the organizations.
Roller/Ice Skating: when was the last time you put on a pair of skates? It's fun, family friendly, and some rinks even have adult only skate times. This is not only a good workout for your body, but for your soul as well because you will laugh and let go, every time you or someone else with you falls.
Museums: visit a art or historic museum, learn and take in the culture, relax in the quietness... Unless your at the Delaware Children's Museum, then let your inner child out and have fun!
These are just some of my ideas for having a healthy, fun, and fit weekend. By no means should you squeeze them into one weekend, then your back to a jammed packed-non relaxing weekend. Grab your partner, your kids, your friends (or leave them all at home) and go have fun! Stay healthy this weekend, Self, Soul, and Space!
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Friday, March 16, 2012
Weekends: healthy, fit, and fun for everyone
It's the weekend, and what are you going to do? I find myself trying to think of something to do every weekend. Things we can do as a family, things for just my husband and I, things for me and my girlfriends, and honestly, things for just me to do too. After a long work week, the last thing anyone wants to do is rush around, and not enjoy their weekend. But how do we stay active, eat healthy, and still relax over the weekend. Here are some of my ideas for healthy weekend activites, whether it's date night, family day, girls/guys night out, or a "me myself & I" date.
Bowling: this is a guaranteed strike, when it comes to healthy activity for people of all ages, anytime of day, anywhere. It's fun as a pair, or with a group.
Cooking/baking class: learn to make different cuisines, there are even ones for kids... If you're in the DE area check out Chefs Haven in Hockession, DE (http://www.chefshavenonline.com) or even your local Williams Sonoma.
Spa Night: you can go out to your favorite salon for a spa night, or you can do one at home for more fun and on a budget. Manicures, pedicures, facials, or even massages. Check out www.wholeliving.com for their At-home Spa Guide, or find a Mary Kay consultant in your area.
Home Improvement: this is a great way to get the blood pumping while improving your Space. A great time to recruit friends & kids to help. Gardening, spring cleaning, and painting are easier ways, but if you want to remodel your bathroom, have fun!
Bike Ride: go for a bike ride, solo or with someone/a group. Look for scenic locations; beach, lake, park, historic areas, or even just your neighborhood... For a special treat, ride your bike to your favorite ice cream or frozen yogurt shop, for a sweet reward!
Yoga class: take a yoga class. This is a wonderful way to work and relax the body all at the same time. There are even family yoga classes. Namaste!
Walk & a Picnic: pack a healthy meal in reusable containers, and head out to your favorite park or beach. Enjoy the time with a leisurely stroll and a yummy meal. If you're with another, pack a frisbee or some kites. As the weather gets warmer, some parks offer live music, bonus! But don't forget your picnic blanket!
Book Stores: antique or your neighborhood Barnes & Noble, are wonderful ways to spend your weekend. Grab a coffee or a tea, find a good book, snag a cozy chair, and let your mind drift into the pages. With kids, this is another awesome way to show them reading is fun!
Walking Tour: whether your visiting or it's your hometown, go on a walking tour. You'll see and learn things your never knew before. In DE, there are tours of the historic houses & buildings of Dover, Old New Castle, Lewis, and Georgetown. Amazon.com even sells books/maps so you can take your own walking tour where ever you are without a tour guide.
Botanical Gardens: visit, enjoy, learn, and breathe in all of the wonderful smells and the beauty these gardens have to offer. Longwood Gardens in PA is one of our favorite places to visit, all year round (www.longwoodgardens.org), they have a spectacular Christmas display. Plus you get in about 2-3 miles worth of walking.
Group Sports: these can be as fun or competitive as you want them to be; volleyball, basketball, flag football, and an oldie but goodie, kickball. Get some friends, kids, family members together and get moving!
Dancing: time to put on those dancing shoes, and get boogieing! Leave the robot at home though. Don't feel like going out, try Just Dance for the xBox or the Wii... It is soooooo much fun, I work up a sweat every time !!
Volunteer: this is a great way to giveback, which is very healthy for your soul and space! Find places in your area that need your help, we have a great website in DE, www.volunteerdelaware.org that connects volunteers with the organizations.
Roller/Ice Skating: when was the last time you put on a pair of skates? It's fun, family friendly, and some rinks even have adult only skate times. This is not only a good workout for your body, but for your soul as well because you will laugh and let go, every time you or someone else with you falls.
Museums: visit a art or historic museum, learn and take in the culture, relax in the quietness... Unless your at the Delaware Children's Mueseum, then let your inner child out and have fun!
These are just some of my ideas for having a healthy, fun, and fit weekend. By no means should you squeeze them into one weekend, then your back to a jammed packed-non relaxing weekend. Grab your partner, your kids, your friends (or leave them all at home) and go have fun! Stay healthy this weekend, Self, Soul, and Space!
Bowling: this is a guaranteed strike, when it comes to healthy activity for people of all ages, anytime of day, anywhere. It's fun as a pair, or with a group.
Cooking/baking class: learn to make different cuisines, there are even ones for kids... If you're in the DE area check out Chefs Haven in Hockession, DE (http://www.chefshavenonline.com) or even your local Williams Sonoma.
Spa Night: you can go out to your favorite salon for a spa night, or you can do one at home for more fun and on a budget. Manicures, pedicures, facials, or even massages. Check out www.wholeliving.com for their At-home Spa Guide, or find a Mary Kay consultant in your area.
Home Improvement: this is a great way to get the blood pumping while improving your Space. A great time to recruit friends & kids to help. Gardening, spring cleaning, and painting are easier ways, but if you want to remodel your bathroom, have fun!
Bike Ride: go for a bike ride, solo or with someone/a group. Look for scenic locations; beach, lake, park, historic areas, or even just your neighborhood... For a special treat, ride your bike to your favorite ice cream or frozen yogurt shop, for a sweet reward!
Yoga class: take a yoga class. This is a wonderful way to work and relax the body all at the same time. There are even family yoga classes. Namaste!
Walk & a Picnic: pack a healthy meal in reusable containers, and head out to your favorite park or beach. Enjoy the time with a leisurely stroll and a yummy meal. If you're with another, pack a frisbee or some kites. As the weather gets warmer, some parks offer live music, bonus! But don't forget your picnic blanket!
Book Stores: antique or your neighborhood Barnes & Noble, are wonderful ways to spend your weekend. Grab a coffee or a tea, find a good book, snag a cozy chair, and let your mind drift into the pages. With kids, this is another awesome way to show them reading is fun!
Walking Tour: whether your visiting or it's your hometown, go on a walking tour. You'll see and learn things your never knew before. In DE, there are tours of the historic houses & buildings of Dover, Old New Castle, Lewis, and Georgetown. Amazon.com even sells books/maps so you can take your own walking tour where ever you are without a tour guide.
Botanical Gardens: visit, enjoy, learn, and breathe in all of the wonderful smells and the beauty these gardens have to offer. Longwood Gardens in PA is one of our favorite places to visit, all year round (www.longwoodgardens.org), they have a spectacular Christmas display. Plus you get in about 2-3 miles worth of walking.
Group Sports: these can be as fun or competitive as you want them to be; volleyball, basketball, flag football, and an oldie but goodie, kickball. Get some friends, kids, family members together and get moving!
Dancing: time to put on those dancing shoes, and get boogieing! Leave the robot at home though. Don't feel like going out, try Just Dance for the xBox or the Wii... It is soooooo much fun, I work up a sweat every time !!
Volunteer: this is a great way to giveback, which is very healthy for your soul and space! Find places in your area that need your help, we have a great website in DE, www.volunteerdelaware.org that connects volunteers with the organizations.
Roller/Ice Skating: when was the last time you put on a pair of skates? It's fun, family friendly, and some rinks even have adult only skate times. This is not only a good workout for your body, but for your soul as well because you will laugh and let go, every time you or someone else with you falls.
Museums: visit a art or historic museum, learn and take in the culture, relax in the quietness... Unless your at the Delaware Children's Mueseum, then let your inner child out and have fun!
These are just some of my ideas for having a healthy, fun, and fit weekend. By no means should you squeeze them into one weekend, then your back to a jammed packed-non relaxing weekend. Grab your partner, your kids, your friends (or leave them all at home) and go have fun! Stay healthy this weekend, Self, Soul, and Space!
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Blog Vacation: Family Quality Time
Sorry Friends, it's been a week and a half since my last blog post. I had a week and two days in between auto shows after not being home for almost the entire month of February, so I decided to take that time and spend quality time with my family, my friends, and myself.
I fell right back into the grove, mom-duty in full effect. My daughters and I played princesses, read stories, practiced yoga, made dinner together, went to 2 basketball games, played school with real learning, played games, went shopping, and enjoyed the wonderful weather the east coast had to offer. We even went for family pedicures at our local nail salon. My husband and I, are always secondary, I'm afraid to admit. However, we were able to have our usual quiet time after the girls went to bed. Good conversations, NBA, and our new favorite show, T.I. and Tiny: Family Hustle. We, as a family, ate dinner together every night; which is so important to us and our relationship with each other.
I even had the opportunity to spend time with my long lost mom-friends, with a dinner at CPK. I spent time with my cousins as we supported our favorite athlete, Taylor Reynolds & Newark High School Basketball. The girls and I also enjoyed visiting with my 97 year old grandmother. I ate lunch and spent a day with my mother and my cousin Arthea (p.s. Happy Bday!).
This was a jammed pack week, but I still found time for myself. I attended my favorite BodyFlow and yogilates class at my local YMCA, plus some really good runs. I registered myself for the Delaware marathon, and had a physical at the doctors. I spent time catching up on my magazine subscriptions, and reading a new book. You already know, my local favorite Starbucks was visited, as well. I went to bed every night happy and relaxed after good meditation sessions, and woke up refreshed. I took the time to turn off technology, and enjoy my time at home with my family. My time at home was wonderful, I can't wait until April 16th, when I am off from auto shows for the summer!!
Whether you have every day at home, a couple hours every day, or a couple days a month/year... Take the time to spend quality time with yourself, your family and friends. Don't dwell on the negatives and the fact that you have to leave again, instead make the time special and positive, and look forward to more special quality time in the future. Quality time is good and healthy for your Soul!!
I fell right back into the grove, mom-duty in full effect. My daughters and I played princesses, read stories, practiced yoga, made dinner together, went to 2 basketball games, played school with real learning, played games, went shopping, and enjoyed the wonderful weather the east coast had to offer. We even went for family pedicures at our local nail salon. My husband and I, are always secondary, I'm afraid to admit. However, we were able to have our usual quiet time after the girls went to bed. Good conversations, NBA, and our new favorite show, T.I. and Tiny: Family Hustle. We, as a family, ate dinner together every night; which is so important to us and our relationship with each other.
I even had the opportunity to spend time with my long lost mom-friends, with a dinner at CPK. I spent time with my cousins as we supported our favorite athlete, Taylor Reynolds & Newark High School Basketball. The girls and I also enjoyed visiting with my 97 year old grandmother. I ate lunch and spent a day with my mother and my cousin Arthea (p.s. Happy Bday!).
This was a jammed pack week, but I still found time for myself. I attended my favorite BodyFlow and yogilates class at my local YMCA, plus some really good runs. I registered myself for the Delaware marathon, and had a physical at the doctors. I spent time catching up on my magazine subscriptions, and reading a new book. You already know, my local favorite Starbucks was visited, as well. I went to bed every night happy and relaxed after good meditation sessions, and woke up refreshed. I took the time to turn off technology, and enjoy my time at home with my family. My time at home was wonderful, I can't wait until April 16th, when I am off from auto shows for the summer!!
Whether you have every day at home, a couple hours every day, or a couple days a month/year... Take the time to spend quality time with yourself, your family and friends. Don't dwell on the negatives and the fact that you have to leave again, instead make the time special and positive, and look forward to more special quality time in the future. Quality time is good and healthy for your Soul!!
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