Spring is here and warmer days are coming.

The days are getting longer, it won’t be long and we will be putting the coats and boots away and slipping on flip flops. Have you started or thought about spring cleaning? What about cleaning/straightening up your fitness and health.

Spring health starts with scheduling a physical, did you know that only 20 percent of Americans get an annual check-up. You may look and feel just fine but it’s important to keep tabs on things like blood pressure, cholesterol or any vitamin deficiencies that you may have.

What about your hydration? Especially when the temperature starts to rise, it  is very important to avoid muscle cramping and fatigue, you know  the more that you sweat the more fluids you will need to replace. Take a break from the scale muscle weighs more than fat, you may not be shedding the pounds at the rate that you want. Instead use a tape measure and measure yourself every two weeks to see the inches you are trimming off. With spring comes the farmer’s market with the opportunity to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables.

Spring fitness is a time for you to reevaluate your fitness program. Set a new schedule for outdoor exercise into your routine and to be realistic. Get sporty with your fitness with tennis, golf, disc golf, outdoor volleyball. You don’t have to be athletic to play.

Partner up with someone you know who will help you stick to your fitness plan. It is important that you have similar goal and schedule so that you can get together 2 to 4 days a week. Add some races to your routine will give your workout purpose, look for local races-a 5K is perfect for the beginners. It’s a great way to be a part of fitness in your community or surrounding area.

Don’t forget to take care of your hard-working body with a massage; it is a nice way to pamper yourself, alleviating toxins and recovery for your body. Yoga and Pilates is a great way to add stretch and flexible to your routine. Spring is an opportunity to start new just like the season. Spring into health and fitness.