Lisa Jackson, the Commissioner of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), did something remarkable at the end of last year. Under her direction, the agency released six new air quality rules , and a subsequent report suggested that these new rules will end up saving the government a lot of money, thanks to cleaner air which won't have people end up being hospitalized so often.
As simple as that sounds, these measures hold water, according to a report prepared by two researchers from the Mailman School. Yes, the government can save up to $ 1 trillion in ensuring that corporations (especially coal-based power plants) adhere to these regulations.
Of course, officials from these plants are not very happy about it, while reiterating the fact (really now?) that they have made significant contributions to protecting the environment and the health of people.
To be honest, they're on the brink of sounding… absurd, ridiculous and facetious – yes, bullshit, if you will!
Of course, all this happened during the month of winter when all of us were busy doing anything else other than work, exercise or which required serious thought…
Winter Exercise – No, not out in the cold, please
If there's anything that we dread during winter , it is to get out in the cold. It's a time when the term "exercise" refers to what we do in the summer.
People can't be blamed, really, because it gets cold enough in some places resulting in the desire for one to want to stay indoors and enjoy some of the "holiday goodies" that will keep them warm.
Yet it poses a real problem for those who take their workout routine seriously as this means going without exercise for almost a month – and which translates to "losing momentum", if you will.
Getting back on track is probably the hardest part especially if you've been on a break or suffered an injury for whatever reason… trust you me!
To top it all, with Christmas and New Year approaching, there is a tendency to go over the limit when it comes to the celebrations that is accompanied by pangs of guilt the first of January every year.
We've all been there… with the exception of my dad who is as anally retentive as can get – a complete teetotaler. Lol.
So you're probably wondering whether winter exercise is a reality or is just one of those paradoxes that we choose to bullshit ourselves with.
Winter Exercise – Fun Things that you can Do
Keeping in mind the true spirit of the holidays, here are a few fun things (and chores) that you can do to keep that momentum going:
#1: Clear your drive (while whistling "Tis the season to be jolly…")
Come to think of it, shoveling all that snow can burn off quite a few calories (while you take a break from your workout equipment), and it won't hurt to whistle a tune while you're at it. Saying hello to and chatting up with the neighbors won't hurt either.
#2: Snowball Fights
This one's fun and needs no explanation!
#3: Sledding
Since engaging in this type of activity requires a sled and a slope, you can have a lot of fun while burning calories while pushing the sled up the slope – to have at it again!
#4: Ice Skating
Once you find a local rink and a pair of ice skates (not forgetting your balance), an hour or two will end up as fun coupled with exercise.
#5: Build a Snowman
Again, no explanation needed – but excellent for those who can't manage strenuous activity!
In Closing
No matter whatever you do, don't believe the oil companies ( Shell , for example) and power plants and their bullshit about being environmentally conscious. At least, Ebenezer Scrooge wasn't a liar…
Lisa Jackson, the Commissioner of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), did something remarkable at the end of last year. Under her direction, the agency released six new air quality rules , and a subsequent report suggested that these new rules will end up saving the government a lot of money, thanks to cleaner air which won't have people end up being hospitalized so often.
As simple as that sounds, these measures hold water, according to a report prepared by two researchers from the Mailman School. Yes, the government can save up to $ 1 trillion in ensuring that corporations (especially coal-based power plants) adhere to these regulations.
Of course, officials from these plants are not very happy about it, while reiterating the fact (really now?) that they have made significant contributions to protecting the environment and the health of people.
To be honest, they're on the brink of sounding… absurd, ridiculous and facetious – yes, bullshit, if you will!
Of course, all this happened during the month of winter when all of us were busy doing anything else other than work, exercise or which required serious thought…
Winter Exercise – No, not out in the cold, please
If there's anything that we dread during winter , it is to get out in the cold. It's a time when the term "exercise" refers to what we do in the summer.
People can't be blamed, really, because it gets cold enough in some places resulting in the desire for one to want to stay indoors and enjoy some of the "holiday goodies" that will keep them warm.
Yet it poses a real problem for those who take their workout routine seriously as this means going without exercise for almost a month – and which translates to "losing momentum", if you will.
Getting back on track is probably the hardest part especially if you've been on a break or suffered an injury for whatever reason… trust you me!
To top it all, with Christmas and New Year approaching, there is a tendency to go over the limit when it comes to the celebrations that is accompanied by pangs of guilt the first of January every year.
We've all been there… with the exception of my dad who is as anally retentive as can get – a complete teetotaler. Lol.
So you're probably wondering whether winter exercise is a reality or is just one of those paradoxes that we choose to bullshit ourselves with.
Winter Exercise – Fun Things that you can Do
Keeping in mind the true spirit of the holidays, here are a few fun things (and chores) that you can do to keep that momentum going:
#1: Clear your drive (while whistling "Tis the season to be jolly…")
Come to think of it, shoveling all that snow can burn off quite a few calories (while you take a break from your workout equipment), and it won't hurt to whistle a tune while you're at it. Saying hello to and chatting up with the neighbors won't hurt either.
#2: Snowball Fights
This one's fun and needs no explanation!
#3: Sledding
Since engaging in this type of activity requires a sled and a slope, you can have a lot of fun while burning calories while pushing the sled up the slope – to have at it again!
#4: Ice Skating
Once you find a local rink and a pair of ice skates (not forgetting your balance), an hour or two will end up as fun coupled with exercise.
#5: Build a Snowman
Again, no explanation needed – but excellent for those who can't manage strenuous activity!
In Closing
No matter whatever you do, don't believe the oil companies ( Shell , for example) and power plants and their bullshit about being environmentally conscious. At least, Ebenezer Scrooge wasn't a liar…