We all know our physical health is important to us but for many reasons we don’t make it a priority. I am guilty here, I walk but not enough and I don’t get any cardio which I know is bad.
So what are the basics we need to stay healthy without being freaky about it?
A healthy lifestyle can help you thrive throughout your life. Making healthy choices isn’t always easy, however. It can be hard to find the time and energy to exercise regularly or prepare healthy meals. However, your efforts will pay off in many ways, and for the rest of your life. Be physically active for 30 minutes most days of the week.
If you’re not sure about becoming active or boosting your level of physical activity because you’re afraid of getting hurt, the good news is that moderate-intensity aerobic activity, such as brisk walking, is generally safe for most people.
Read about the benefits for improving your brain health, weight management, reducing disease, strengthening your bones and muscles, and improving your ability to do everyday activities.
If you have not been physically active in a while, you may be wondering how to get started again. Find more tips here to get started with physical activity for a healthy weight.
Learn more about what works and how physical activity can improve your health.
You don’t have to do high amounts of activity or vigorous-intensity activity to reduce your risk of premature death. Benefits start to accumulate with any amount of moderate- or vigorous-intensity physical activity.
From reducing the amount of time we sit still, to including strengthening exercises, here are the main things to know from the WHO for everyone:
We can all do a little more each day and remember all activity counts. Work up to your goal slowly and don’t beat yourself up if you don’t make it one week. just back on track.
Melinda
References:
https://www.ucsfhealth.org/education/tips-for-staying-healthy
https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/pa-health/index.htm
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/12/physical-activity-who-exercise-health/
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Nice blog post. I need to get walking myself and luckily I have found a walking buddy in my apartment complex.
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It’s great to have a buddy, they can motivate you and give you someone to talk with. I need to walk much more to lose the 10 pounds I gained over the holidays and have trouble getting motivated.
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I have been doing walking workouts 4 to 5 days a week. It also helps me mentally as well. So important to stay moving.
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Good for you. I’m lacking my motivation to get back up to that many days. I love being outside but exercise has always been my downfall. Keep up the good work!
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