Keep it off!

good news for diet slackers Along with summer's tempting treats (hot dog ... ice cream bar ... frozen margarita, anyone?) come two blessings for women trying to maintain a healthy weight: longer days and better weather. Try some of the fun activities below to burn extra calories.

* Walk your dog more often or go to a dog park for a vigorous Frisbee session.

* Try out at least three unfamiliar local parks or walking/hiking trails.

* Walk or bike instead of driving for short trips and errands.

* Engage in watersports, such as swimming or water-skiing.

* Learn to play tennis or golf.

* Take an active vacation (reiadventures.com or mountaintravelsobek.com).

* Join a walking club (ava.org) or running group (rrca.org).

* Go backpacking or day-hiking.

By James O. Hill, Ph.D.

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