Happy Earth Day!!
Most of us don’t think about how our fitness routine could be polluting the planet. But the fact is that the effects of small things (whether good or bad) add up over time.
Here are some small changes I’ve made that are making my fitness program a little greener this year than it was last.
I’m not buying bottled water anymore (this probably really hurt stock at Poland Spring). I use my Sigg bottle and fill it up from the tap or a water fountain.
There are other green and lean things that you can do, too:
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- Walk or bike to your destination whenever possible rather than taking the car
- Recycle your old sneakers (Nike has a program which turns sneakers into sports court material)
- Make your own energy bars. You not only know what you’re eating — you reduce the waste associated with single serving packaging.
- Consider eco-friendly fitness and foot wear
The bottom line though, is that Earth Day is a once a year reminder of what we can do the other 364. This year why don’t you challenge yourself to make at least one small change to help the planet?
- I’m washing my clothes (when you workout you have a lot more laundry) in environmentally-friendly detergents (I love Melaleuca’s products)
April 24th, 2009 at 7:55 am
EARHT DAY is coming and participating it will be much better and its for the sake of our earth. Doing little things for saving our earth is a must. So even if your on the gym you still have a part of this wonderful yearly event..Stay fit and healthy!
January 31st, 2010 at 10:18 am
I don’t hang out at blogs much but I like yours. Thanks for the posts. I have enjoyed reading here.
March 15th, 2010 at 8:55 am
Phil, you are absolutely correct, it shows that you’re an authority on the subject. I admire someone that takes the pride you have and with your projecton of information. oSo when i actually do sit down to read material, I appreciate well written and organized blogs like this one. I have it bookmarked and will be back. Thanks.