February is American Heart Month and Valentine’s Day, but I am not going to focus on that. You know to perform moderate-intensity exercise at least 30 minutes three to four days a week and a vigorous-intensity workout for a minimum of 20 minutes three days a week to get heart-healthy. And, you know to stay away from the candy on Feb. 14.
This month, let’s focus on water. Most of us forget to drink enough water during the winter months. I guess we think it’s easier – and better – to drink something hot on the cold wintry days. But we need to drink water every day. I call water the “miracle in disguise.” After all, water has many benefits, including:
- Improving energy levels
- Increasing mental and physical performance
- Removing toxins from the body
Water is also necessary to digest and absorb vitamins, and it regulates the digestive system.
Did you know?
- Blood is 83% water
- Muscle is 75% water
- The brain is 74% water
- Our bones are 22% water
So, my tip of the month: Leave the hot chocolate and candy alone and drink up, ladies!
Spot Check
Our exercise this month is the Inner High Kick. This move works the inner thighs, core and shoulders.
For this exercise, stand with your feet together and arms extended to the sides at shoulder height. Step forward with one foot and diagonally kick up the opposite leg across your body toward the opposite hand. Switch sides. Do 15 reps on each leg.
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