"Sips and Steps"

So ... while I'm on anticoagulation therapy, the odds of getting another clot are low. But, it's a good time for developing better habits for when I'm (knock wood) not on the therapy at some point in the future.

I've come up with a new strategy for staying hydrated and moving sufficiently while working on the computer that I call "sips and steps." The idea is to drink 6-8 ounces of water (or something) before sitting down at my desk. Then, when I get up to go to the bathroom, I take a few minutes to walk around, then drink another 6-8 ounces -- which guarantees I'll be getting up to go to the bathroom in another 45-60 minutes or so.

So far, it seems to be working, except for one day when I forgot the first glass and failed to get the whole process going quickly enough. I've already got post-its all over my home reminding me to take my warfarin ... I'll add "drink water" to them and just be thankful I live by myself ;-).