Ways we can include more movement in our daily lives:
Katy Boman M.S is a
movement scientist, her books are in the studio,
and a lady I have followed for a long time. (
Her website
)
She gives great advice on everyday movement, here is an idea of how to get more movement into your morning (
not suggesting you follow this exactly, but you get the idea
)
6.30am
Get up, throw on some clothes and go out for a walk.
It wakes you up, resets your body clock, which is great for your sleep
and wakes you up to the world around you-half an hour if possible.
If you cannot get outside at this time, move around your house;
put clothes away, tidy up, make the bed, go up and down the stairs as often as possible, squatting and reaching as you do your work.
7.15am
Have a cool shower, this helps to stimulate your metabolism, your body has to
work to keep itself warm!
7.30am
Get dressed, but choose clothes you can really move in. Can you squat in those
trousers? Can you fully reach up in that top? Can you walk fast in those shoes?
Sometimes what we wear can help or hinder our daily movement. Leave the stuff
you need for the day upstairs.... you'll see why
8.00am
Eat your breakfast standing up and walking around.
I know you were always told to sit and eat, but wandering around as you munch your breakfast is not going to hinder your digestion
8.30am
Leave the house, but before you go, run upstairs to get the stuff you need for the day!
If you can walk/cycle/scoot to your destination, do it!
If you have to drive/bus/train get off early or park your car as far away as reasonable.
Just with this activity alone you could have already clocked up 2,500-4,000 steps
All the everyday movement counts.
It takes you out of the 'exercise' mode and reminds you that your body
is meant to move you around and that is what will make you
gradually stronger, fitter and healthier.
Next time, I'll cover the middle of the day, but try to get some of the above going in the upcoming days.
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