The Gift That Keeps on Giving!

    Do you give yourself a gift at Christmas time?  Maybe you prefer Judaism and their traditions during this wonderful season. Whatever your beliefs this holiday season, maybe you can find some time to get something just for you. Go ahead - its Okay to indulge yourself a little. Invest in your own health and fitness.

    Your options run the full spectrum from a few bucks to over a thousand.  Maybe all you need is a new pair of running shoes. Or - your first really decent pair of walking / running shoes. How about a jump rope? They cost like $10 and should last you a couple years - or longer! Buy yourself some inexpensive hand weights or dumbbells and get hooked on building a scuplted, more muscular look for yourself in the coming year!

   Maybe you've seen the endless onslaught of infomercials for this or that super workout system. Great! If one of those happens to catch your interest - Why Not? You could start with a few free fitness videos from your neighborhood Family Video store. Or check out Amazone for some different choices. You don't ned to spend a small fortune at the gym or fancy health club to get your body into better shape!

   Try some good old fashioned calisthenics - you remember the exercises we all learned in middle school and high school. If the weather in your neck of the woods is better suited for polar bears and Hockey players - try some simple - and effective - indoor fitness equipment to help you keep your waistline slim and trim this Winter!

   Want to encourage your children to adopt healthy habits and enjoy life more? Sign them up for a winter basketball league - or whatever sport they express interest in. Get them a jump rope or a bike. They will be far more likely to adopt healthy habits if they see us doing it too! Make fitness a family affair this Winter - and for the coming New Year!