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Thinking about those new year\u2019s resolutions and your exercising? Over and over again we know we should exercise, we think about exercising, we think about getting the right \u201cgear\u201d to exercise, and on and on.\u00a0 So what about getting organized to exercise and getting going?<\/p>\n

There are many parallels of exercising and organizing.\u00a0 Both are lifestyle changes that mean a commitment.\u00a0 One trip to the gym will not make me svelte, and spending an hour in your kitchen junk drawer will not make you organized. Being committed means finding a compelling reason to organize or exercise.\u00a0 The list of reasons can be a mile long, but pick one that is most meaningful to you.\u00a0 Post it where you will see it, feel it and make exercise happen.\u00a0 For me, exercise means really feeling good about my clothes. It is not just for looks, it is for comfort.\u00a0 I want to zip up my jeans comfortably.\u00a0 Your reason will be a very personal one, but be sure to tap into it to create an undeniable need to get going.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Still need a compellling reason? Check out this article http:\/\/www.huffingtonpost.com\/christine-carter-phd\/how-exercise-can-boost-intelligence_b_794601.html<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Both exercising and organizing require partners and accountability.\u00a0 In a world where we share online all the time, put it out there!\u00a0 Find others who are also struggling and partner for your accountability.\u00a0\u00a0 It can be as simple as a text to a partner, \u201cgoing to the gym today?\u201d\u00a0 If you are very brave, get it out there on Facebook!\u00a0 You will find that others who share your struggles feel compassionate, and they will want a partner too.\u00a0 Most importantly find partners who will exercise with you.\u00a0 So I am going to put it out there for myself.\u00a0 My exercising is attending a weekly one hour pilates class.\u00a0 I am also committing to walking five times a week for 30 minutes with one of my walking partners or by myself.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Both exercising and organizing require baby steps.\u00a0 In an all or nothing world, it is easy to think about the big stuff.\u00a0 But really think about how you can make a small change for yourself.\u00a0\u00a0 For me it is the 30 minutes of walking. For you it might be playing Wii fit for 15 minutes every other day, parking your car at the far end of the lot, taking the stairs instead, or any other small change.\u00a0 So let me know, what is your baby step for exercising or organizing this year?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Thinking about those new year\u2019s resolutions and your exercising? Over and over again we know we should exercise, we think about exercising, we think about getting the right \u201cgear\u201d to exercise, and on and on.\u00a0 So what about getting organized to exercise and getting going? 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