Fall Fitness: Try This 12-Week Walking Plan!

October 19, 2017 "Make gradual changes. Start by making healthier food and beverage choices. For example, replace sugar-sweetened beverages, fast food and high-calorie foods with more fruits and vegetables."— Katherine A. Zeratsky, RDN, LD Move More Get walking with this 12-week plan Bundle up and take advantage of the beautiful, crisp fall season by getting outside and walking. Whether you're looking for guidance on how to get into a routine or simply want a new challenge, following a plan is a good place to start. Use this walking schedule to help motivate you to exercise regularly and build your fitness level. Grab a buddy and get walking! Walk your way to weight loss now » Healthy Eating 10 tricks to eat more produce Think you don't have enough time to prepare meals with more fruits and veggies? First, consider ways you can sneak them into your daily diet. Try adding berries to your yogurt at breakfast, raw veggies to a lunch sandwich, or a handful of spinach or broccoli to a pasta dish for dinner. See, that wasn't so hard. Read on for more inspiration. Eat better with these tips » Today's Fitness Tip Make exercise a priority Having trouble finding time to exercise? Pull out your planner. Schedule exercise as you would an important meeting or appointment. Block off the time in your calendar, and stick to it. And remember: Setting aside time for a full workout is great, but shorter bursts of exercise count, too. ADVERTISEMENT Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship: Policy | Opportunities Ads by Swoop Manage Type 2 Diabetes Learn How a Better Diet Can Help Your Type 2 Diabetes Management Osteoporosis Diet Get Info on a Diet to Help With Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Your Migraine Is Misunderstood - Find Support For You We Have Tools To Help You Start A Fresh Conversation With Your Doctor BECOME A MEMBER! The Mayo Clinic Diet on Thursday October 19, 2017. Copyright 2017 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905. All rights reserved. | Subject to our terms of service and privacy policy