Minutes to Moments

...Reflections for Mom’s Busy Life by Maria Rodgers O'Rourke

Archive for the 'Exercise' Category

25 Mar

Do you think you’re worth it?

In the April issue of O Magazine, Michelle Obama’s conversation with Oprah included the topic of exercise.  Michelle said:
“After I had Malia, I began to prioritize exercise because I realized that my happiness is tied to how I feel about myself.  I want my girls to see a mother who takes care of herself, even [...]

07 Aug

How Your Inner Athlete Makes You Smarter

Here’s a great article…this along with some cooler temps this weekend just might get me out of the house for some exercise!

15 Jun

Positive Reinforcement

Thanks Maria, Michelle and Cheryl for sharing your struggles with getting started on exercise and for the terrific suggestions. 
I love the idea of rewarding myself for achieving a goal, no matter how small, on the way to a regular exercise routine.  We trained our puppy the same way and it worked like a charm, so [...]

30 May

Getting Started

Okay, so today is the first really warm and humid day of the summer season.  I walked several blocks to distribute our neighborhood newsletter, and later was very relieved to get into my car and turn on the air conditioning as I drove to the bank.  I felt so comfortable driving along, with the cool [...]

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