Physical activity is one of the best ways to improve your health, and most of us don’t get enough.
Exercise “snacks” — short sessions of movement throughout the day — can add up to big benefits if you’re struggling to hit the gym, according to fitness pros.
For instance, bodybuilder and National Academy of Sports Medicine master trainer Andre Adams said he began walking after meals to improve his energy and digestion.
“Five to 10 minutes is enough. It’s become a non-negotiable part of my day,” he told Business Insider.
Asche, the sports dietician, said that taking a short stroll each day was a game changer when she didn’t have time to go to the gym.
“With a toddler and a baby, along with running a company, a consistent workout routine was pretty nonexistent! So I incorporated daily walks with them, which got me moving and got all of us outside and made a big difference to my mental health postpartum,” she said.
You can also add quick strength training moves to your day: research suggests it can reduce stress, and even boost longevity.
Biohacker and health startup founder Max Marchione said he has a pull-up bar in the office so he can practice dead hangs (great for improving core and grip strength).
Try repping out a set of squats, a few push-ups, or a 30-second wall sit between tasks.
