When time is limited and demands seem unlimited it’s hard to make exercise a priority. Make a list of all your “to-do items” and categorize them into “must-do”, “should-do” and “nice-to-do”. When you add 30-minutes to move your body as a “must-do”, you will make the time to work it in.
The best time to work out is always going to be whenever works for you. However, starting your day with a good sweat jump starts your metabolism, helps you sleep better and starts your day on a high note. No matter where you fit in activity, a little can go a long way. Schedule mini-bouts of physical activity accumulated throughout the day. Here are a few ideas for short bursts of beneficial movement.
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At Home |
At Work |
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Walk and Talk |
Invite a friend, neighbor or family member to take a stroll around the block |
Have walk and talk meetings or walk in place while on the phone. |
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Sit for 60, move for 3.
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Fold the laundry, do the dishes, go out with the dog or practice a mini yoga session.
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Alternate sitting and standing throughout the day by taking breaks. Get up each hour to stretch and move for 3-5 minutes. |
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Exercise Anywhere |
Do 10 squats while brushing your teeth, see how many crunches you can do between TV shows. |
Take the stairs, do a few laps in the hallway or practice lunges holding the back of a chair. |