Exercise For Energy

Need an energy boost?  A recent Reuters article reports that some light exercise may help you feel energized.  According to a recent study, even a leisurely stroll may help lessen the amount of tiredness you feel.

However, don't think that one short walk will give you energy for the entire week.  To really see energy-boosting results, you need to exercise regularly--at least three times a week.

So if you've been feeling fatigued, try walking around the block before work or after dinner.  If you're pressed for time, try these tips for squeezing more activity into your day:

• Park at the far end of the lot and walk briskly to your office building.
• Take the stairs instead of the elevator.
• Carry a basket instead of pushing a shopping cart in the supermarket.
• Visit your co-workers office instead of sending an email.
• Do jumping jacks or push-ups during TV commercials.
• Take the kids to the park and spend some time on the playground equipment.
• Wake up just fifteen minutes earlier to do some yoga poses or stretches.
• Ask your spouse or kids to clean up after dinner so you have extra time to exercise.
• Listen to audio books while you walk to combine fitness and reading.
• Eat a quick lunch--like a sandwich and baby carrots--and use the rest of your lunch hour to take a walk.