Each day as I'm working, my animal companions Gus and Sophia patiently wait for the time when we will go for our walk.  It's usually the highlight of their day, and often happens around the same time.  Since I work at home, there are clear signs to them that "it's time" for the walk.  The first clue is usually when I go into my bedroom and get some socks out of the drawer.  This is usually enough to let them know that shoes are next and then "we're off!"

What I always find fascinating about this process is that as soon as the dogs realize what's happening and that a walk is about to happen, they do the same thing each day.  Gus immediately begins to stretch, and Sophia runs into the kitchen for a quick drink of water.   They instinctively know what they will need to be successful and healthy on their upcoming bit of exercise.

So let's take a lesson from our instinctive animal friends and follow their lead.  Before we are about to exercise, or be active in any way, take a moment to stretch and have a drink of water!  Your instincts know it's just what you need!