Many people sit all day and only realize at night that they did not exercise. That can quickly turn into frustration and giving up.
CDC physical activity guidance notes that physical activity can help people feel better, function better, and sleep better. It also says there are many ways to add movement into daily life. For many people, reducing completely inactive time is a more realistic start than planning a hard workout immediately.
The first goal after long sitting is not to train intensely.
1. Get the body out of the chair.
2. Break movement into smaller pieces.
3. Build the signal that movement belongs in the day.
Simple options include:
1. Stand up and walk for 3 minutes every 60 to 90 minutes.
2. Walk after lunch.
3. Stand during a phone meeting.
4. Take a 15-minute evening walk when a full workout feels too much.
Movement does not have to begin with a perfect plan. For many people, it starts with being willing to move a little more today.
When do you sit the longest: morning, afternoon, or late-night phone time?
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