Fitness Tips for a Healthier You

Use the Park as a Gym

Warm mornings can be a terrific opportunity to trek over to a park and make use of fitness items already in place. Those fun monkey bars can be an outstanding place to get in your back and arm-strengthening chin-ups. Or, bring a yoga mat or towel and do some fitness moves on the grass!

Community Cardio

Building a healthier you doesn’t have to be a solo project. Many people find that a little fitness camaraderie can go a long way. Consider organizing a walking group that meets at regularly scheduled times. Along with assembling a group of friends, it’s also important to consider similar fitness goals and conditioning. When everyone is on the same page in terms of pace and distance, the activity can be a pleasant fitness excursion.

Squeeze in Your Workouts at Home

There all kinds of gadgets and videos you can purchase to help you achieve the ultimate six-pack abs. But for those of us who are not necessarily "workout warriors," light exercise can usher in reasonably taut abs. Consider doing leg raises off the edge of a sturdy futon or sofa. Just extend your legs and feet straight out; then pull them back steadily while exhaling.

This pseudo-abdominal crunch can do wonders. Start off with a few sets of a reasonable number of repetitions and increase at your own pace. One of the wonderful aspects of this ab exercise is that it can be done in the privacy of your living room.

Take the Plank Challenge

One of the fitness activities that has been trending is planking. The exercise requires only a clear floor space and some determination. Place your elbows on the floor bent at 90 degrees and assume a push-up posture. The key is to hold yourself in a straight line. See how long you last and build up core strength as you improve your planking stamina.

We hope our Country Club Vista community members enjoy health and fitness tips. If you or a friend would like more information about our Flagstaff apartments, call us today.

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1. Wash your hands

Wash your hands more than normal in the winter, especially before cooking, after using the restroom, and after interacting with small children. Buy some small portable hand sanitizers to keep in a bag, and carry it with you. 

It's especially important to have hand sanitizer on hand when going to a public event like a concert. Outdoor events often have portable toilets and poor sanitization, so put hand sanitizer on your checklist before heading out.

2. Get enough sleep

Most adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep, but many do not get that much. Lack of sleep is associated with a weakened immune system, which isn't what you want during flu season.

If you don't get between seven and nine hours of sleep per night, try to rearrange your schedule. If scrolling or screen time keeps you awake, set limits for yourself to stop using technology late at night.

3. Try new stress relief techniques

Stress is also associated with a weakened immune system. There are many techniques to help you manage stress. 

• Meditate for 15 minutes per day.
• Set aside time each day to engage in a hobby.
• Spend time with friends.
• Keep a diary.
• Exercise. 

If you feel anxiety regularly, you may be able to benefit from stress relief techniques. Talk to your doctor to find out which stress relief techniques will work for you. Your doctor can give you suggestions. 

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3 Ways Walking Can Help Keep You Healthy

Improves Your Stamina

Walking improves your stamina and helps you remain active for longer periods of time. Count your number of steps each day with an exercise app for your smartphone or a Fitbit.

Keeps Joints Flexible

Walking also helps you maintain range of motion and flexibility in your joints. Sitting for long periods can cause your joints to become stiff and painful. Making it a point to get up and walk around every 30 minutes or so will help to keep your joints flexible and the blood flowing to your feet.

Maintains Good Heart Health

Walking is one of the best ways to maintain good heart health. As you walk, your entire body moves in some fashion. This helps the circulatory system move the blood through your body more efficiently. The more you walk, the more your circulation improves. Whether you walk short distances or a mile a day, your heart will always benefit.

If you are looking for the perfect apartment in Flagstaff, AZ, that allows you to walk to your favorite destinations, Country Club Vista is the answer! Visit the office and ask to take a tour of the available floor plans. The spacious rooms, numerous amenities and the complex's convenient location make it the perfect choice. It won't take long for you to realize just how perfect your new home could be!

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Forget the Soda and the Sports Drinks

One of the best ways to increase the amount of water your body keeps is to remove the sugar and fake ingredients from your diet. Bad food creates more work for your digestive system, which uses more of the water in your body. Get rid of the soda, sugary sports drinks, TV dinners and fast food. The result: Water that you drink will stay in your system and be used more efficiently.

Make a Habit of Drinking Water Before Every Meal

Even if you are just snacking, make it a habit of taking in water with every meal. You do not need very much at all—just a half glass of water will help you with your digestion and keep you hydrated for the activities that you have planned for the day.

Ice Cubes

The more creative that you get with ice cubes, the more water that you will intake! Ice goes with pretty much everything, and you can always find a way to add it into a recipe without affecting the taste. Add ice cubes to smoothies for a bit of extra water and easier digestion as well as a feeling of satiation for a better overall diet.

The Flagstaff apartment that you need for an incredible experience is Country Club Vista Apartments. Give us a call now to learn more about living in one of the most comfortable residential areas in all of Arizona.

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