You don't need to have a gym membership to stay healthy. Any time you move, there is an opportunity to exercise! There are many ways that you can exercise during your daily routine so that you are burning calories and maintaining a healthy weight. Here are a few ideas:
- When you wake up in the morning, stretching is a great way of increasing blood flow throughout your body. So, take 15 minutes to stretch every part of your body from head to toe. It's a great way to start off the day.
- If you live in an apartment building or work in a building with more than two floors, taking the steps rather than the elevator/escalator is a great way to exercise during your daily routines.
- If you have a car, park a bit further away from your destination so you are walking a bit. Every extra minute of walking helps. Also, if you ride public transportation, you can get off a few stops earlier and walk to your destination.
- Walking during your lunch break is an excellent way to make sure you get 15-20 minutes of exercise a day.
- For those of you who like to watch TV in the evenings, jumping jacks or running in place during the commercials are quick and easy ways of burning a few calories.
I hope this helps!
In good health,
Dr. Rhonique Harris
