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Here are 8 fun, easy ways to inject some movement into your day:
Swap the couch for an exercise ball
Instead of lounging back while you watch TV, sit up on an exercise ball to stabilise your core and focus on your posture. You could even use the ad breaks to do a few simple abdominal exercises on the ball.
Swap the car for your bike
Put on your helmet and cycle to work or to the shops – it’s cheap, good for the environment and great for your mind and body. And besides… all the cool kids are doing it!
Swap a nap for a walk
Feeling tired? Getting out in the fresh air and working up a bit of a sweat will give you more energy to get through the rest of the day and refresh your mind.
Swap watching the kids play for playing with the kids
Get involved in the kids’ games. Running around with the little ones is a fun way to get your heart racing, and their energy and enthusiasm is contagious. Same goes for playing with pets!
Swap the lift for the stairs
You’ve heard it a million times – but how many of us actually do it? Walking up the stairs is an easy way to get your heart pumping, and maybe even tone your legs and glutes.
Swap Twitch for Switch
Get moving with a more active game and combine entertainment with light exercise. Even better if you play with a mate, or with the kids – a little friendly competition will get you working harder!
Swap a cafe hang for a walking coffee date
Meet a friend for a walk around the lake, the park or along the beach with a takeaway coffee or tea. When you’re chatting away, getting active can be much more enjoyable and you don't even notice the time fly by!
Swap scrolling for shaking your tail feather
Plan a device-free night once a week, turn up the music and have a mid-week dance party in the comfort of your own home!
8 easy exercise swaps
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