Are you one of those people who have no time to exercise? People with busy lifestyles, especially working moms, can have trouble finding time to fit regular exercise into their lives.
The good news is you don’t have to commit to hour-long workouts at the gym to achieve your fitness goals. Just integrating a small amount of exercise into your everyday routine is one of the easiest ways to get the weight off, and keep it off. All you need is to keep active for 150 minutes every week and you’ll be on your way to a healthier lifestyle. Research has shown that performing moderate to vigorous physical activities (MVPA) for 150 minutes a week can yield significant health benefits.
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Next time you are watching your favourite programme, try jogging on the spot, or working through a floor routine of crunches and push-ups. You could even try two minute vigorous-intensity exercises during the ad breaks. If you own a Nintendo Wii or an X Box Kinect, you could try a few games to get off the couch. Not only will you relax but you will be getting fit in the process.
If you find going to the gym a chore, why not take up a sport that is both fun and challenging? Swimming, running, golf, football, even playing with the Frisbee – these are all fun activities you can commit to and get the exercise you need at the same time. If these are too fast-paced for you, try a yoga or one of the Health Promotion Board’s free classes. Find out more here.