I replaced my morning coffee with a walk. Here's what happened

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http://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/BBGemo6.img?h=100&w=100&m=6&q=60&o=f&l=f&x=490&y=379Using coffee as a crutch to soldier through a hectic morning has become a way of life for me. So when my sister told me she fuels her mornings with a power walk instead of a caffeine boost, I was curious to see if I could do the sameâ??and if it would have the same energizing effect on me. (If morning java is a must for you, try these 6 new ways to flavor your coffee without added sugar.) I live in New York City, so I walk everyday to and from the subway, but I don't normally walk first thing in the morning after my alarm goes off. I wanted to see if I could increase my daily activity and decrease my caffeine intake in the process. While I love the taste of coffee, it gives me the jitters when I drink too much, especially in the morning on an empty stomach. Since I already enjoy long walks on the weekends and on my lunch breaks, I figured adding one to my mornings would be a simple swap. My goal wasn't to cut out coffee completely, but rather to boost my energy more naturally. (Start walking to lose weight and slash your risk for heart disease with the training plans in Walk Your Way To Better Health!) The following Monday, I set out on a weeklong experiment to see if I could replace my morning java with a mindful walk. I chose Monday because research shows that itâ??s the best day to tackle a new routine (and follow through with it the rest of the week). Each day, I would wake up at 7 AM, get dressed right away, and head outside for about 30 minutes of nature and physical activity. Here's why you should walk outside every day: Despite my determination, this challenge turned out to be much more difficult than I thought it would be. Here's what I learned when I put down my coffee mug and put on my walking shoes:

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