Do you have a love-hate relationship with exercise? You know being active is important— but maybe you don’t have time for the gym, forget about it, or just don’t enjoy it. Here’s a better approach: stop thinking of exercise as a task. Instead, focus on moving in ways you actually enjoy.
When you find activities that fit your life, you’ll start to see—and feel—the rewards: more stamina, a better mood, firmer muscles, and an overall sense of well-being.
Less than half—just 47%— of U.S. adults get at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic physical activity per week.
Source: CDC
Just 30 minutes a day, five days a week—that’s 150 minutes—is enough to make a real difference. Research shows that regular moderate-intensity activity helps:
- Manage weight
- Boost cardiovascular fitness
- Lower blood pressure
- Improve cholesterol
- Reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
- Strengthen muscles and bones
- Improve sleep quality
- Boost energy levels
- Support mental health
Moderate intensity means you can talk, but not sing—think brisk walking, dancing, biking, playing with the kids, or even yardwork. You can break it up, too: stretch in the morning, do a few exercises before dinner, and take an evening walk.
The key is consistency. When you make movement part of your routine, it becomes part of your lifestyle—one that protects your heart, metabolism, and overall health.
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