Fitting Fitness Into a Busy Schedule

Life is hectic, whether you are working, going to school or jugging family responsibilities. As a result, you may think it's not possible to fit an exercise and fitness program into your busy schedule.

Think again! Here are some tips for boosting your physical activity during the day:

• Go the distance. Walk the stairs instead of the elevator; choose the furthest parking spot wherever you go and walk to get there; walk to deliver messages; and just find ways to keep moving throughout your day. By avoiding lazy habits, you'll boost your activity.
• Try standing instead of sitting. When you talk on the phone or watch television, stand instead of sitting. You may even decide to stretch while you're up.
• Get up and move. If you have a job sitting down, stretch your arms, roll your ankles and stand up throughout the day to use your muscles and get your circulation going.
• Enjoy life. Take a few minutes to be a kid again and have fun. Throw a ball, run to the corner, shoot some hoops or walk around the park for ten minutes to get moving and relieve stress.
• Find an activity you like. Running, walking, going to the gym, workout DVDs, yoga classes, bowling and stretching at home to great music are all ways to increase your fitness level.

No matter how busy you are, fitness can fit into your life everyday. It all comes down to how important getting in shape really is to you. If it's important, you'll find a way...even small daily improvements add up for big health gains...so get moving!