.jpg "Bella-Stock-Welcome Sign")
The post Fun Ways to Exercise This Spring appeared first on Butterfield Apartments Blog.
]]>
Ready to put some spring back into your fitness plan? There’s no time like the present! With better weather upon us, it’s the ideal time to get outside and get moving! So, without further ado, here are four fun ways to exercise this spring.
Fun Ways to Exercise This Spring
1. Used to winter hibernation? Just go for a walk
Many people think that getting into an exercise routine means going full-throttle with a complete three-hour training session scheduled each day.
But if you’ve been hibernating this winter and are only now getting into the swing of exercise, remember that just going for a walk is totally acceptable. Just 20 minutes a day will get you back into the groove of physical fitness.
2. Grab a buddy!
Sometimes, exercise is more fun with a friend. Ask someone from work or a neighbor in your apartment building to hit the gym with you or go for a bike ride. This will not only help you stay accountable for your workouts, but it will also make them more enjoyable.
3. Find a workout class you like
Check your area for exercise classes that interest you. For low-impact exercise, yoga or light Pilates are great options. Alternatively, you can build up more of a sweat if you take an aerobics or spin class. Either one will keep your workouts consistent, and you might even meet some new friends!
4. Try an outdoor sport
From soccer and tennis to baseball and golf, there are tons of exercises that can be done outdoors by way of sports. You can join a pickup basketball league, head out on the links for a round of golf, or even try your hand at something a little more unique, such as bocce or ultimate Frisbee.
Are you on the lookout for affordable and cozy apartments in Flagstaff? We have floor plans that may be perfect for you. Call our office today to see which are still available.
The post Fun Ways to Exercise This Spring appeared first on Butterfield Apartments Blog.
]]>The post 5 DIY Spring Cleaning Hacks For Butterfield Residents appeared first on Butterfield Apartments Blog.
]]>
For the residents of Butterfield in Flagstaff, Arizona, spring signals that yearly ritual of purging clutter and giving personal spaces a thorough cleaning. Whether it’s closets or toilets, spring tends to awaken us to a desire to cleanse. Here are five do-it-yourself ideas about getting your space in order.
Declutter Your Closets
In many ways, clutter represents our human failure to stay organized and limit purchases. Many movies use closets to get laughs. You know, someone opens a door and piles of stuff bury them. It’s funny because it’s so true. We hide stuff in closets. To avoid having a real-life skit in your space, take everything out and reorganize that closet.
Start by incorporating a shoe organizer. It can hang on the door or be simple shelving. That should help clear the floor. Box anything that doesn’t fit or any oddities that you can’t remember why you bought it in the first place. Make a list and donate all of it. You may be able to take a tax deduction if you give it to a non-profit. Create sections for specific types of clothing and items. Once you’ve put it all back together, place a sign on the inside of the door that reads “One In, One Out.” Hopefully, that rule will help keep your closets uncluttered.
Coca-Cola Cleans Toilet Stains
Cleaning products can be expensive and toxic to the environment. Coke, on the other hand, is just a cheap sugary beverage. Gently pour about 12 ounces of Coke over toilet stains. As it runs over them, some of the Coke will cling. Let it sit for at least an hour while the acids act on the stains. Flushing should remove a good amount of the residue and a quick scrub brushing will do the rest.
Steam Clean Your Microwave
Microwaves can be a real pain to scrub clean because it’s difficult to see the inside ceiling. One simple way to loosen clinging food spatter is to mix two tablespoons of white vinegar with water and nuke it for about five minutes. The steam will do the rest.
Refrigerator Liners
This may seem a bit out of the mainstream, but it’s perfectly fine to cover problem areas inside your refrigerator with cling wrap. Whether it’s salad dressing leakage or the meat tray, by lining the surface you can just peel and replace.
Natural Air Fresheners
Some of the best smelling things are completely natural. For example, fill a pot of water with lemon slices and rosemary and let it simmer all afternoon. It will make your apartment smell magnificent. You can also do things like adding cinnamon sticks to candles or growing lemongrass on a window sill. Just run your fingers through the lemongrass and let it permeate your apartment.
Spring has sprung and we wish our Butterfield community members a wonderful season. If you or a friend would like more information about our Flagstaff apartments, call us today.
The post 5 DIY Spring Cleaning Hacks For Butterfield Residents appeared first on Butterfield Apartments Blog.
]]>