Ideas for moving more
How much exercise? Every extra moment of moving or standing helps.
- 150 minutes of moderate exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous exercise – per week gives profound benefits
- a 30-minute brisk walk, or a 15-minute jog five days a week
- Double for the maximum benefit
- Add short bursts of vigorous exercise (three 20-second bursts) for an added benefit.
- Avoid prolonged sitting – move every half hour for 30 – 60 seconds
- Integrate movement into your everyday activities, no remotes, use the stairs, use shopping baskets rather than a trolley, do heel raises in queues, use a standing desk, do stretches, and jiggle around every time you think of it.
- Find an exercise you enjoy – dance, walking, gardening, surfing
- Make it social – go with friends or the dog
- Move to music
- Motivate yourself – set a goal, use a pedometer, plan exercise into your routine
- Start where you are & gradually increase activity
- Check with your doctor if you have any health conditions or are older
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