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Small Movements Throughout the Day Can Save Your Life

Small Movements Throughout the Day Can Save Your Life

Key words:  Senior Living, Life-style Changes, Fitness Training, Easy Fitness

Dates Used:  1/30 – DLA, 2/14 - BBE

We all know that a sedentary lifestyle is bad for our health, but many people believe that the only cure is to throw all of their energy into a fitness routine. Such enthusiasm often leads to burnout and a return to the sofa.

EverydayHealth.com presents a solution: simple, easy movements throughout the day. Start by stretching when you first wake up. Around midday, try to walk for at least 7 minutes—this could be as simple as parking your car on the far side of the lot or going around the block once more when you take out a canine companion. Finally, check out YouTube for some videos on beginner Pilates.

All together, Healthline.com's suggested routine takes twenty minutes. Not a bad trade off in the long run!

Check out the full article here