Friday, April 18, 2025

18 April

NATIONAL EXERCISE DAY 


National Exercise Day on April 18 offers inspiration to try new ways of becoming fit and healthy. These days there is no reason not to do something for your health. Including healthier eating habits too.

National Exercise Day

Not just for health enthusiasts, this is a day for everyone. Sure, you're busy you say, we all are but each of us can find a little time each day just for a short walk or calisthenics right after waking up.

Today is also a great day to start a simple exercise routine and invite a friend for motivation. Perhaps a flower or vegetable garden is the inspiration you need to get out and exercise. Give it a try!

How to Observe National Exercise Day

  • Walk or jog a different route, for a different challenge, than you usually do.
  • Take stairs at every opportunity rather than elevators..
  • Take your dog for a walk.
  • Go to the park and run.
  • Set the alarm for 30 minutes earlier and do some yoga, stretch, or get that walk in first thing.

National Exercise Day History

Research has revealed National Exercise Day began in 2020. This celebration was founded by created by Jeuse Saint-Fleur.

 

Also

Animal Crackers Day

Columnists' Day

Clean Your Medicine Cabinet Day

Lineman Appreciation Day 

Good Friday

 

Today's Thought

I hated every minute of training, but I said, 'Don't quit.  Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.'  ~ Muhammad Ali

 



 02 Days until Easter

 

 

 

4 comments:

  1. As long as my morning walks count I am good. Doing gym stuff, not really. Maybe a walk with animal crackers ;) Have a great one.

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  2. Morning walks, walks at any time, contribute to better health. Keep moving. 🚶🏼‍♀️
    Happy Easter weekend. 🐰

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  3. What a perfect day to choose for national exercise day! The 18th of April... the anniversary of Paul Revere's ride? At least according to Longfellow. Move on!

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    1. Good exercise for the horse anyway. 😉 Happy Easter! 🐰

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