5th Inning:
Quit Day!

Make your quit date special right from the beginning. You're doing something great for yourself.

Change daily routines to break away from tobacco triggers. Try changing the order in which you shower, dress, and eat breakfast. Get right up from the table after meals. Use time on the bench to take a few laps around the field.

Make an appointment to get your teeth cleaned. You'll enjoy the fresh, clean feeling and a whiter smile.

Keep busy and active. Start the day with a longer run or workout. Aerobic exercise will help you relax--running, jogging, walking, cycling, swimming. Plus it boosts energy, stamina, and all around fitness and curbs your appetite.

Stick with low-calorie snacks if you're concerned about your weight. Try popcorn (without butter), sugarfree gums and mints, fresh fruits, and sliced vegetables.

Read 6th- and 7th-inning tips for the next 2 weeks.