What are some tips to help me get moving?
Choose an activity that’s fun. Change your activities, so you don’t get bored. Doing housework may not be fun, but it does get you moving! So does gardening, yard work, and walking the dog. If you can’t set aside one block of time, do short activities during the day, such as three, 10-minute walks. Create opportunities for activity, such as parking your car farther away, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or walking down the hall to talk to a coworker instead of using e-mail. Don’t let the cold weather keep you on the couch! You can still find activities to do in the winter like exercising to a workout video or joining a sports league. Or get a head start on your spring cleaning by choosing active indoor chores like window washing or reorganizing closets. Use different jogging, walking, or biking paths to vary your routine. Exercise with a friend or family member. If you have children, make time to play with them outside. Set a positive example! Make activities into social occa
