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<b> Departure:</b> Asia<br />
<b> Arrival:</b> Australia<br />
<b> Goal:</b> 150 Minutes of Exercise <br />
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G’day Mate! Survival skills are essential to the Aussies.  Mental toughness is a must!  Whether it’s hunting crocodiles, playing rugby, or exploring the Outback, you always have to be on your toes. Even if the Outback is not in your backyard, practice the Aussie way of mind over matter to navigate your own “Great Barrier” reefs. Have you ever tried identifying of all the current obstacles in your life?  Making a list of your personal obstacles will help you recognize what is keeping you from reaching your goals.  Awareness is the first step to success!
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<b>Weekly Tips:</b><br />
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 1. Adopt a Do-It-Yourself mentality.  Start doing things by hand instead of letting a machine do the work.  This might include pushing a lawn mower, raking leaves, hanging laundry to dry or changing the channel by hand.<br /> 
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 2. Write down your short and long term exercise goals.  Think about how you can increase physical activity throughout the day.<br />
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 3. Set goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Timely <br />
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 4. Track your progress by writing down your minutes of exercise.  Research shows that a written plan may keep you on track.<br />
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 5. Post notes to yourself in common places that will cue you to action.<br />  
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<b> Next Stop:</b> Europe<br />
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