I did not go to the gym Sat or Sunday. I have hand weights at home & followed Spark People Exercises. Oh yes, over the weekend we moved 1 pallet of bricks. You have to work before the sun comes over the house & stop when it does. I feel like I got a great workout & SWEAT a lot. Heat 90, index 105.
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I like your idea. I have a hard time exercising because it does not feel productive. Doing yard work lets you see results of your work right away and will help you lose weight (or keep it off).
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