I try to work out every day. Try to being the operative word, but I try to get the sweat pouring every day in some way. Most often, it involves noon time boxing class. And, man, does the sweat pour there.
7 years ago, I began a weight loss effort. It took me more than 18 months, but at the end, I was able to say that I lost 80 pounds. Over the past five years, I've kept off most of this weight. I walk, run, take boxing class, go to Core class, or fire up the Wii. It's imperative to me that I stay active, for it improves my mood every bit as much as my figure.I don't want to smell like a man while doing my exercise, though - the reality that I'm often one of the only women in a large boxing class is smelly enough, thank you very much. Every time I go to the store, I grab a new brand or scent of antiperspirant/deodorant so as to test the efficacy. Sometimes I even pick a man's brand, hoping that it'll quell the sweat. No dice.
I'm an inherently lazy person, and so every day it's a challenge to get myself active. Even though I know the benefits, even though I know that I'll feel better when I'm done - there have been days I've chosen to just take a nap instead. Not that there's anything wrong with that - a good nap can help you have the energy to exercise.
Degree has created a new form of anti-perspirant, the first in it's class, activated by movement, not moisture. Degree with motionSense is a one of a kind product that capitalizes on the reality that women are moving all the time - in many ways, both big and small. Building on this concept of "the more you move, the more it works" Degree has created the Degree MotionSense “Get Into the Move"Challenge. This application was launched on Facebook and it rewards users with a chance to win thousands of cool prizes, simply for doing things that they already do as active women.
From the press release:
By registering for the Degree Women “Get into the Move” application on Facebook or on mobile devices (m.degreewomen.com), fans can start earning motionMILES, virtual currency redeemable towards chances to win thousands of prizes. These motionMILES are earned for various ways women move, including checking in with Facebook places and logging activities. Earning motionMILES is easy - eligible activities include going to the gym, taking Zumba® or yoga classes and various other activities women already do, like grocery shopping or catching the bus. Fans can also earn motionMILES by answering daily trivia questions on the Facebook application, inviting friends to “Get into the Move,” and even logging in daily.
Once you sign up, you earn points that you can then redeem for things like designer shoes, Zumba classes, and even a trip to Hawaii, surfing lessons and all.
In my next post, I'll be chronicling my progress in the challenge and using this space to keep me moving. And maybe not smelling quite so, uh, manly at the same time. I'd also encourage you to participate in the Degree motionSense “Get Into The Move” challenge.
Want to win a $100 visa gift card to help you try out a new form of exercise, buy new gear or shoes or, maybe, new deodorant? I'm giving away a gift card to one lucky winner. To enter, please leave me a comment telling me your favorite way to stay active and healthy. This contest will run from 6/18 to 7/20 and will end at 11:59 p.m. Winner to be chosen by random draw.
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This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.
I love to keep active with my husband since we have five kids so as you know time together is precious. He just started going to a Zumba class with me. I look like an idiot but it's fun! New gear would be so nice since money is tight. Great giveaway!
Posted by: Angie | June 20, 2011 at 11:31 AM
I don't have a favorite way to stay active and healthy...but I'm trying to find one. :)
Posted by: Beth A. | June 20, 2011 at 11:36 AM
I tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/carrielee/status/82838668192133120
My favorite way to stay healthy is simple and boring, but it works: Walking. I put the baby in a sling or stroller and the preschooler in a stroller and walk every day. It got the baby weight off.
Posted by: Carrie | June 20, 2011 at 11:56 AM
I walk at lunchtime when I am at work. But the weather here has been lousy all spring. Hard to go for a walk in the pouring down rain and return to work. Hoping that the summer weather is better.
Posted by: Karen P | June 20, 2011 at 12:31 PM
I love kickboxing!! But since my last baby was born just 8 weeks ago, I'm still "just walking" for now. It does my spirit good to get outside every day.
Posted by: Jaichh | June 20, 2011 at 01:03 PM
I run 3-5 miles every other day and one day on the weekends, I do a big hike in a neighboring park with lots of hills.
Posted by: Kelly H | June 20, 2011 at 01:10 PM
I bought a bike that I'm riding to the grocery store and the pool. I even have a trailer that I pulling carrying my 3 year old (that makes it really easy to bring the groceries home too). It also has the added advantage of saving me gas money!
Posted by: Tonya | June 20, 2011 at 02:32 PM
Gym 5 days a week would like to add a nice walk around the lake but the weather has been horrible. And a new effective deodorant would be good too. I have been using a man's for the past few years. Only thing that works.
Posted by: addy | June 20, 2011 at 03:51 PM
I love the Wii! I am inherently lazy too and it's the ONLY thing I've been able to keep going back to.
Posted by: Karen | June 20, 2011 at 03:51 PM
My favorite way to stay active is to walk.
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Posted by: Mami2jcn | June 20, 2011 at 04:58 PM
I love zumba and curves for women
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Posted by: Amanda S | June 20, 2011 at 05:11 PM
http://twitter.com/#!/aes529/status/82918670485032960
Posted by: Amanda S | June 20, 2011 at 05:12 PM
My husband and I love to bike!
Posted by: Beth | June 20, 2011 at 08:16 PM
I also struggle with the whole "i know this is good for me buts...." I walk around the park on my lunch break.
Posted by: Jennifer B | June 20, 2011 at 09:39 PM
I try and stay active by squeexing in any type of physical activity I can, I have a complicated life right now, but I would like to be able to do more...
Posted by: karen | June 20, 2011 at 10:29 PM
I try to run 3 miles every day the weather allows.
Posted by: Maggie | June 20, 2011 at 10:42 PM
Lately I've been playing a lot of Wii games like Wii Fit and Wii Sports!
Posted by: Amber | June 20, 2011 at 10:57 PM
I tweeted:http://twitter.com/#!/roomofmyown/status/83005752310108160
Posted by: Amber | June 20, 2011 at 10:58 PM
My favorite way to stay active is to get the kids involved! I've been walking with my kids (while they ride their bike) for a hour a day. It just feels good to get moving! Thanks for a chance to win
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Posted by: Amy | June 21, 2011 at 03:26 AM
Just Tweeted about this giveaway and here's the link:
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Posted by: Amy | June 21, 2011 at 03:36 AM
I walk at lunch, and now that school is out, I have extra time in the morning, so I'm walking then too! One step at a time and maybe the weight will come off.
Posted by: Marcia | June 21, 2011 at 07:27 AM
I don't exercise, but I really need to.
Posted by: Kay | June 21, 2011 at 08:53 AM
Well, we have to go to the gym to stay active as anything I do on my feet swell me up and make me limp! But, I'm not giving up!!!! Thanks for a chance to win, also!
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Posted by: Kelly Massman | June 21, 2011 at 10:54 AM
I love running, either at the gym or outside!
count me in!
Posted by: FaithJ | June 21, 2011 at 12:47 PM
My fave exercise is walking but I could totally use the $100 to join a gym! I really need to change up my routine!
Posted by: Headless Mom | June 23, 2011 at 01:45 AM
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Posted by: Headless Mom | June 23, 2011 at 01:47 AM
I try to ride my bike wherever I can. I attached a basket it to it so that I can use it to bring home some groceries. It gets me a good workout while still being productive at the same time.
Posted by: Milissa | June 23, 2011 at 08:22 PM
I like to take walks and go bike riding.
Posted by: Maria | June 24, 2011 at 12:14 AM
i love taking walks with my family
Posted by: Karina | June 24, 2011 at 11:51 PM
horseback riding!
Posted by: Steph | June 25, 2011 at 01:08 AM
http://twitter.com/#!/DesMoinesDealin/status/84488174373584897
Posted by: Steph | June 25, 2011 at 01:09 AM
I enjoy walking my dog around my neighborhood and swimming.
Posted by: Susan Smith | June 25, 2011 at 04:45 PM
http://twitter.com/#!/susan1215/status/84723472722432000
Posted by: Susan Smith | June 25, 2011 at 04:46 PM
I like to walk and get up early before work and walk.
Posted by: kay swederski | June 25, 2011 at 06:10 PM
I'VE REALLY REVISED THE FOOD I EAT & I HAVE A SMALL DANCE ROUTINE AT NIGHT THAT WORKS ME OUT JUST ENOUGH TO STAY HEALTHY kytah00@yahoo.com
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Posted by: ANGEL JACKLYN | June 25, 2011 at 11:21 PM
My favorite way to stay active lately is taking my cat outside for walks. He gets such a kick out of being in the "big room". :)
Posted by: Sunshyn V | June 26, 2011 at 12:06 PM
I tweeted
http://twitter.com/#!/The_Sunshyn/status/85016444982669313
Posted by: Sunshyn V | June 26, 2011 at 12:08 PM
walks in the evening after dinner!
Posted by: lyndsey | June 26, 2011 at 12:56 PM
Being outdoors in general
Posted by: jessica edwards | June 26, 2011 at 04:04 PM
My way to stay active and healthy is to walk daily and take swim arobic classes. helenkeeler@comcast.net
Posted by: Helen Keeler | June 26, 2011 at 04:31 PM
tweeted: http://twitter.com/#!/helen1949//85082950160494592
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Posted by: Helen Keeler | June 26, 2011 at 04:32 PM
We do a lot of swimming and walking and eat a high veggie diet.
Posted by: Mary Beth Elderton | June 26, 2011 at 07:17 PM
thnks
Posted by: james young | June 26, 2011 at 07:18 PM
needd money
Posted by: james young | June 26, 2011 at 07:18 PM
I love doing garden work.
Posted by: Melissa Zimmerman | June 26, 2011 at 10:12 PM
walking swimming
Posted by: sherry barnes | June 27, 2011 at 07:55 AM
My favorite way is walking our 175 lb dog!
Thanks!
Posted by: Selinda | June 27, 2011 at 10:26 AM
I like swimming and playing with my grandchildren to stay active and healthy.
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Posted by: Tracey Byram | June 27, 2011 at 12:20 PM