Eating fruits and vegetables from your local Farmers’ Market is only the beginning to having good health.  Eating healthy is very important but we also have to do physical exercise.  Some people choose to join their local gyms and workout.  Others like to go to places away from the city to hike and enjoy nature.  What do you do to stay healthy?

There are many activities in which you can participate.  Not all have to be as rigorous as soccer, football, or even basketball.  Remember that little things go a long way.  A suggestion is to park your car a few feet away from the store as opposed to taking the parking spot right next to it. If you don’t drive, kudos to you!  Walking and riding a bike are beneficial for your health AND you will be aiding the environment by driving less.

What if your neighborhood doesn’t have parks that are accessible or safe or the recreation programs are expensive?  What can you do?

Check out this site for a local activity resource directory in San Mateo County, or for tips and general information on physical activity.  

Something you can do is to organize sporting events or games at your local park in which everyone can participate.  Lots of activities can be arranged so that people of all ages can partake in being active.  The point of the activity is to encourage people from around the community who usually don’t get out too often to engage in physical activity on a regular basis.

So get out there and enjoy the fresh air and share its delight with as many people as possible!  Show people that living a healthy lifestyle goes a long way towards a happy life and get involved in creating opportunities for more access to physical activity in your community.