Incorporating regular physical activity is vitally important for achieving optimal health. It’s impossible to achieve optimal health without exercise. Physical activity can help you manage your weight, improve your mood, increase energy levels, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
Daily Movement for Wellness: Embark on a journey of incorporating 30 minutes of daily exercise into your routine. Whether you prefer a brisk walk, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), or other forms of physical activity, this section encourages you to discover what works best for you. By making daily movement a non-negotiable part of your day, you’ll experience increased energy, improved mood, and overall enhanced vitality.
Flexibility in Exercise Options: Recognizing that every individual is unique, the Move Forward 50 program offers flexibility in exercise choices. You have the freedom to choose exercises that align with your fitness level, preferences, and schedule. The key is to find joy and sustainability in your daily movement, making exercise a fulfilling and integral part of your life.
If you workout for a minimum of 30 minutes that day then you can answer “Yes” to the question “Did you exercise for 30 minutes”. It has to be a planned workout of 30 minutes. Just walking around the grocery store and running errands for 30 minutes doesn’t count.
Yes = 1 Points
No = 0 Points
Choosing the Right Physical Activity
Most people have a good idea of the type of exercise they like to do and which one they get the best results with. The focus here is to be consistent every single day with your workout. We don’t care how exactly you get your gym on. Here are some idea’s if your just starting out on your fitness journey. If you need a specific plan, consider reaching out to Dr. Kneessi.
- Aerobic exercise: such as brisk walking, running, swimming, or cycling.
- Outdoor workouts: Take advantage of nature by engaging in outdoor activities like hiking, trail running, or outdoor group exercise classes.
- Bodyweight exercises: Utilize your body weight to build strength through exercises like push-ups, pull-ups, planks, and lunges.
- High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT): HIIT workouts involve alternating between short bursts of intense exercise and brief recovery periods. They can be an efficient way to improve cardiovascular fitness and burn calories.
- Mobility and flexibility exercises: Practices like yoga, Pilates, and Tai Chi can help improve flexibility, mobility, and balance while promoting relaxation and stress reduction.
- Play-based activities: Engage in play-based activities like sports or games that promote physical activity in a fun and enjoyable way.
- Circuit training: Circuit training involves performing a series of exercises targeting different muscle groups, with minimal rest between each exercise. This type of workout can provide a combination of cardiovascular and strength training, making it an efficient way to boost overall fitness. You can design a circuit workout with bodyweight exercises, resistance bands, or free weights.
- Calisthenics: Calisthenics is a form of bodyweight training that focuses on compound movements, engaging multiple muscle groups simultaneously. Exercises such as push-ups, squats, and burpees can help to build functional strength and endurance.
- Group fitness classes: Participating in group fitness classes, such as dance, kickboxing, or spinning, can be a fun and motivating way to stay active. These classes often offer a social element, making it easier to remain committed to your exercise routine.