I had a super busy week last week and even into the weekend… trying to do a million and one things for a million and one different people (I’m currently working on this.)  Anyhow, as a result Sunday is usually my weekly “day of rest” — and I really like it that way (see Leslie’s Woosah Weekend post.) Me &  Sunday, Sunday & I. We do things together like go to church and brunch, visit with my parents, catch matinees, and cook. It’s a pretty sweet deal.

Well, I made an exception this week (as I sometimes do) to celebrate the birthday of one of my girlfriends. And because it involved activities like eating brunch and laying out by the pool (which isn’t a far stretch from my usual Sunday routine),  I was easily persuaded.

It turned out to be a great time! We ate a yummy & healthy brunch, then packed a nice hearty fruit salad and ate some more by the pool. After which we guzzled bottles of ice water to combat the early afternoon sun (it was HOT until the surprise thunderstorm popped up to cool things down a bit). We took the customary 30 minute or so break after eating and before jumping in the pool. We spent that time “laying out” slathered and sprayed in SPF creams of course, and donning our wide-brim straw hats and over sized glasses (divas always Stunt for Sun Safety!)

Once we were in the water we did everything form volleyball and jumping off diving boards, to racing to end of the pool and seeing who can sit at the bottom for the longest. Although, it wasn’t the R&R I had envisioned, we had a blast re-living our childhood summertime games! And today… I’m feeling the burn. And I’m not talking sunburn.

Working out in the water adds resistance, but is still easy on the joints. If you suffer from injuries, or if (like me) you find treadmills and other workout equipment hard on your knees and ankles. Try a work out in the water! A lot of gyms offer water aerobics classes, or fun upbeat water dance classes like Aqua Zumba. Or, you can make the move I did, and hit the community pool with some friends and have a great time! Throw a pool party and splash off the calories!

Hanging out at the pool is a great way to sneak in some extra summer workout time (even on Sundays!) It’s actually an all-in-one way to workout, eat fresh, and spend quality time chatting, laughing, and relieving stress with friends! Or get the kids involved and make it a family event :) Just make sure you’re well-hydrated, protected from the sun, and taking sufficient breaks.

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Be happy. Be healthy. Be fit!

Miss. Madie