Basic Exercise Tips

• Do sit-ups in front of the TV.


• Skate to work instead of driving.


• Bicycle to the store instead of driving.


• Choose an activity that fits into your daily life.


• Ask a friend to exercise with you.


• Make time in your day for physical activity.


• Exercise with a video if the weather is bad.


• Bike to the barbershop or beauty salon instead of driving.


• If you find it difficult to be active after work, try it before work.


• Take a walk or do desk exercises instead of a cigarette or coffee break.


• Take small trips on foot to get your body moving.


• Play with your kids 30 minutes a day.


• Keep a pair of comfortable walking or running shoes in your car and office.


• Choose activities you enjoy & you'll be more likely to stick with them.


• Stretch before bed to give you more energy when you wake.


• Explore new physical activities.


• Vary your activities, for interest and to broaden the range of benefits.


• Stay active in winter. Play with your kids.


• Buy a set of hand weights and play a round of Simon Says with your kids - you do it with the weights, they do without.


• Swim with your kids.

You can break up your physical activity into 10-15 minute sessions throughout the day—it’s the daily total that matters. Aim for at least 30 minutes for adults, 60 minutes for children.
Be active--Walk the dog, don't just watch the dog walk.