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- Walking 101
By Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom College credit for walking? That?s what the University of Georgia offers as one of its fitness classes for students. Whether this is a good sign or bad sign for our nation?s fitness is debatable. Most of us are very familiar...
- Today Is National Run At Work Day!
By Dr. Madelyn FernstromAre you one of those people who never can find the time to exercise? Are you so busy with your daily activities that a regular run or walk isn?t even on your radar? If so, the national campaign called Run At Work Day might interest...
- Immediate Benefits Of Exercise
By Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom We all know the benefits of regular physical activity on our long-term health. But many people do not find that the reward of sustained good health is sufficient for them to stick with any activity plan. Some new information...
- Boost Activity With ?interval Training?
By Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom We all know that being physically active is a major health promoter for mind and body. And while most people want to move more, actually doing so remains a constant challenge. Why? Lack of time is the number one reported reason....
- Strong To The Core
Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom A fitness term used frequently is ?core strength?. I?m often asked what this means. Many people are afraid to ask this question and it?s an important one. When you understand the meaning of core strength, you?ll immediately understand...
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5 Tips When You Don't Have Time to Exercise
By Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom
Are you among the millions of people who have no time to exercise? It?s the number one reason cited for not moving more. We all have good intentions, but when time is short, try these tips to maintain an active day ? and to stay connected to a healthy lifestyle. Some activity is always better than none!
- Try a brisk 5 minute walk 4-5 times a day.
- Focus on good posture at your desk to strengthen your body core.
- Take a break every hour to stand up and stretch; try to touch your toes.
- Sit on an exercise ball (or exercise cushion) instead of your chair at home or at work.
- Schedule a ?walking meeting? when you can.
These are all ?learned? habits?.and it takes about 3 weeks to make a habit stick. I did this myself ? and while the first week was tough, it became easier with time. These tips are also easy to maintain.
What other tips can you share with us, to move more when there?s no time to exercise?
- Walking 101
By Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom College credit for walking? That?s what the University of Georgia offers as one of its fitness classes for students. Whether this is a good sign or bad sign for our nation?s fitness is debatable. Most of us are very familiar...
- Today Is National Run At Work Day!
By Dr. Madelyn FernstromAre you one of those people who never can find the time to exercise? Are you so busy with your daily activities that a regular run or walk isn?t even on your radar? If so, the national campaign called Run At Work Day might interest...
- Immediate Benefits Of Exercise
By Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom We all know the benefits of regular physical activity on our long-term health. But many people do not find that the reward of sustained good health is sufficient for them to stick with any activity plan. Some new information...
- Boost Activity With ?interval Training?
By Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom We all know that being physically active is a major health promoter for mind and body. And while most people want to move more, actually doing so remains a constant challenge. Why? Lack of time is the number one reported reason....
- Strong To The Core
Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom A fitness term used frequently is ?core strength?. I?m often asked what this means. Many people are afraid to ask this question and it?s an important one. When you understand the meaning of core strength, you?ll immediately understand...