Warm Up Winter with Indoor Exercise and Hot Chocolate

I feel like this winter has given me what I would like to call Goldilocks Syndrome, where nothing is just right and everything is too something: too cold, too snowy, too wet, too rainy, and too dark out. I'm sure many of you know how I feel, since back on February 12th 49 of the 50 states had snow somewhere (Hawaii was the holdout). Because of this, I've gotten to the point where I don't want to do too much of anything... other than curl up on the couch with a warm mug of hot chocolate and a good book that is.
Luckily for me, part of my job here at Robard involves reading the materials we provide to weight loss centers to help them assist their dieters, and I've found some great exercises* that I can do from the comfort of my couch that are just too great to not pass along!
Thigh Lift:
To gently stretch your thigh muscles, increase circulation, and help reduce back tension:

• Sit in a neutral position.
•  Place your hands behind and above your right knee. Inhale. 
• Exhale and gently pull your right knee up towards your chest. Hold for fifteen seconds, continuing to breathe. 
• Lower your right leg slowly back to the floor. 
• Repeat with left leg.

Ankle Circles:
To help stretch and strengthen your ankle muscles:

• Sit in a neutral position. 
• Extend your lower right leg slightly, but don't straighten your knee. Inhale. 
• Exhale and slowly circle your right foot outward. 
• Repeat ten times, continuing to breathe. 
• Lower your leg back to the floor. Repeat ten times with your left foot. 
• Repeat ten times with both feet, circling inward. 

And, if you want a reward afterwards, I've found something that is just right for you: a creamy, smooth, guilt-free Hot Chocolate.

For more information on how you can fill your mug with this delicious (and nutritious) treat, Find a Clinic!
*Consult a physician or qualified health provider before starting any type of exercise program.

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