Biking. In heels. 8 months pregnant.

Every summer I usually take part in Recess' Health Immersion Program, which is a total blast and the highlight of my summer. I always make new friends and really enjoy the companionship and commitment the group inspires. Oh, and did I mention my arms always look totally cut by the time camp is done?

I also learned how to surf one year when all of the campers did a surf camp at the end of the program. As proof see one of my buddies to the left there. Well this year camp starts on July 1 and I could be giving birth at any time, so I am missing camp this year. WAAHHHHHHHHHH!

So, how have I managed to at least keep my heart rate up and my body feeling healthy under the strange pressures of pregnancy? My bike. That's right. My number one form of transportation is still a reliable standby and allows me to get out, get fresh air and move my body in a low impact way. So far so good. I have continued to enjoy the summer in Portland and in the meantime my primary mode of transportation is also keeping me fit.

True, it's more cardio vascular than muscular (no cut arms for me this summer) and I might not look like a runway model but my pregnancy has been really healthy and I feel I have regular exercise to thank for it!

Taking your workout to the streets saves energy too!

Did you know that if 10,000 people avoid the treadmill for 15 hours each month, in a year we'll save enough energy to power a post-workout whirlpool tub for almost 29 years. Now that is energy worth spending!

Also why not try riding your bike? It is another great way to get your heart rate up. In addition, if 10,000 people bike once a week (to the store, to work, to the bar...one way), in a year we'll save enough gas to drive from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to Tierra del Fuego, Argentina 92 times roundtrip!!