Physical activity is important for maintaining your current weight and losing weight. When your body is active, you burn more calories. Exercise also boosts your mood and combats chronic disease, according to MayoClinic.com. For example, risk for high blood pressure and high cholesterol is lower with increased physical activity.
Schedule a minimum of 150 minutes a week. This is about 30 minutes a day, at least five times weekly. If 30 minute sessions are difficult to accomplish, try two 15 minute sessions a day. For example, you can walk the stairs during your lunch break and take a brisk 15 minute walk during the evening.
Schedule a minimum of 150 minutes a week. This is about 30 minutes a day, at least five times weekly. If 30 minute sessions are difficult to accomplish, try two 15 minute sessions a day. For example, you can walk the stairs during your lunch break and take a brisk 15 minute walk during the evening.
