When you are running errands such as going to the grocery store, shopping at the mall, eating out, etc park as far away from the door as possible.  Take the opportunity to get in some exercise without wasting the time of circling around the parking lot or waiting for a close parking spot!  This allows you to get some walking in, and while it may not seem like very much, it is still a great way to get some extra steps in during the day.  I also like to park in one lot and walk to all the places I need to go rather than re-parking each time when I have several places to go that are within walking distance of each other (i.e. strip mall, my grocery store is located next to Kohl’s).  So next time you are making several stops, remember to get some exercise in too!

~jj