1. Get Moving. |
Take the stairs instead of the lift, Walk short journeys you have to make, get off the bus a stop early. |
2. Start slowly and build up. |
Don't try to do too much too soon. Instead, take a gradual approach, and build up your activity routine as you become fit. |
3. Stuck for time? |
Only two bouts of 15 minutes of exercise can make the difference. |
4. Desk exercises. |
While seated, perform some exercises to help strengthen and tighten your muscles. |
5. Do things you enjoy. |
You are more likely to stick with exercises that you find fun. |
6. Find a partner. |
People who exercise with a partner or group are more likely to stay on track. |
7. Drink plenty of water. |
Good hydration before, during and after exercise is essential to your wellbeing. |
8. Write it down. |
An exercise diary can help you chart your progress and provide motivation on those days that you just don't feel like getting off the couch. |
9. Reward yourself. |
Set yourself weekly exercise goals and reward yourself with a new book, massage etc. at the end of the week if you have achieved these. |
10.Play those funky tunes. |
Exercising to your favourite songs can helps keep you motivated. |