Whew! As I drive back home to LBI over the Causeway after doing major grocery shopping on the mainland, I feel like I’ve run a marathon, obstacle course or maybe even a “tough mudder” race. These days, a trip to the supermarket can be a mental and physical feat that requires much planning, stamina and patience. If you’re looking for an exceptional complete workout, an expedition to the supermarket, especially during the summer season, ticks all of the boxes.

Before even leaving the house, there’s a huge amount of mental exercise required to prepare for the shopping trip.