Walking is a wonderful option for physical activity, but venturing outside in winter months isn’t always appealing.
To get some extra steps in and avoid sitting too much on brutally cold days, try some of these marching in place variations. Use a counter top or chair for balance, if needed. To track your progress, keep a daily tally of how many times you perform one of these options.
Do each for account of 20. Add more repetitions as you are able.
- High Knees: Standing tall, lift your knees as high as you can while you march.
- Forward and Back: Take one small step forward with each foot, and one step back with each foot.
- In and Out: Starting with your feet about a fist’s distance apart, take a small step to the side with one foot and then the other. Take a small step back in with one foot and then the other.
If desired, create your own patterns. How many times can you do this throughout the day? Aim to increase over time.
By the end of the month you will be ready to join us for Walk Kansas 2023, March 26 – May 20. Contact any Post Rock Extension District office for details on how to register.
By: Jamie Rathbun
