Possibilities

Since I am always on the look out for fitness related movement, I find it appropriate to talk about the possibilities of remodeling a condo. As most people know, there are slight benefits to housework. However, most people would have to be fairly sedentary to really see the benefits from traditional housework. The way I see it, at least it is movement, which is better than nothing! Damian (my husband for those of you who don't know) and I recently purchased a condo. We have decided to do some light remodeling to the interior. This includes painting, which I have the pleasure of doing the majority. I find this task can be mind-numbing unless you turn it into an aerobic and strength workout. I have also found a way to incorporate ballet moves. Instead of constantly bending forward with the paint brush or roller, simply do plie's or sumo squats. Now you are incorporating your leg muscles and not just your back over and over again. Another option is to start working with your non-dominant hand so that you balance your arm movement and don't end up too sore on one arm. I have also discovered you can incorporate balance exercises by standing on one leg while painting. I suggest making sure you are working on a large portion of the wall so if you loose your balance you don't mess up your paint job. See... there are endless possibilities to turning your mind-numbing paint job into a full body workout.

Does anyone else have exercises they can think of? I have many walls to paint! I will try them out and post my results.