My clients, Mary and Dean are a lovely couple in with two children and one dog (no, I am not making this up!).  When introduced to the step counters that are an integral part of my fitness programs, it didn’t take Dean long to create a ‘contest’.  Since I am ever amused and impressed by the creativity of my clients, I couldn’t wait to hear his suggestion.

Here it is, and it’s a GREAT one!  When arriving back home after work each day, Mary and Dean report the number of steps taken that day, and the one with the least has the assignment of walking the dog.  It is a simple, effective, and mostly FUN way to incorporate additional activity into their lives (and the dog likes it too!).  Surprisingly for Dean (who thought he would be the ‘winner’  ) he has had his share of dog walking.  What a nice way to move more in this couple’s day!

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