Starting an Exercise Routine

Starting an exercise routine can be a daunting task. 30 minutes per day of exercise is recommended for good, overall health. Sometimes, finding 30 minutes of uninterrupted time can be a challenge and then exercising... it makes a lot of people pause.

The key to this 30 minute guideline is that it can be broken down. 30 minutes can become 15 minutes twice a day or 10 minutes 3 times a day. Most of us can find 10 minutes of down time.

Barring any medical problems (check with your doctor!), here are some ways to sneak exercise in...

Parking for an appointment

• Park further from the door - get a little extra walk in
• Swing your arms more when you walk

While waiting in line at the grocery store...

• Balance on one foot
• Lift up onto your toes
• Lift back onto your heels (toes up!)
• Mini knee bends

Talking on the phone

• Got a cordless phone? Walk around your home
• Mini knee bends
• Grab a couple of cans of soup, bend your elbows for some bicep work.

Children

• Play a game of tag and/or hide and seek
• Lay on the floor and lift your children up
• Play jump rope

A few minutes, a little creativity and you will be on your way to a healthier, happier you!

If this all sounds good, but you need some extra help, call and ask us about creating a personalized exercise program just for you!