Live Active: Your Energy Plan

To keep an exercise regime exciting, you need a strategy that’s effective and appealing, and includes a variety of activities that are fun. If you can create an inventory of activities that you enjoy, then exercise won’t become so tedious-you might even be excited to keep it up!

In addition to an exercise plan, try integrating some easy activities or energy boosters into your daily routine at home or work:

• Participate in or start a recreation league at your company.

• If possible, ride your bike to work a few days a week.

• Walk around your building for a break during the work day or during lunch Take the stairs instead of the elevator-overused but true!

• Pack a jump rope in your suitcase when you travel. Jump and do calisthenics in your hotel room.

• Do housework yourself instead of hiring someone else to do it.

• Work in the garden or mow the grass. Using a riding mower doesn't count! Rake leaves, prune, dig and pick up trash.

• Plan outings and vacations that include physical activity (hiking, backpacking, swimming, etc.)

• Make a regular date with a friend to enjoy your favorite physical activities.

• Play your favorite music to motivate you to start exercising-and keep it on!

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Learn More About Exercise & Fitness from the AHA