11 Simple Ways to Increase Physical Activity

Follow these simple tips to increase your activity and you will notice a difference.

1. Accumulate 30 minutes of walking on five or more days of the week (three 10- mlnute, two 15-mlnute, or one 30-minute walk)
2. Plan active weekends (long walks, hiking, walking tours)
3. Take stairs instead of the elevator
4. Park at the far end of the parking lot
5. Walk a few blocks before getting on the bus
6. Get off the bus a few blocks before your stop
7. Get up from your desk throughout the day to stretch and walk
8. Take a 10-minute walk before lunch
9. Walk your dog
10. Mow your lawn
11. Walk instead of drive your car short distances