Is our sedentary life affecting our health?

In “No time to exercise? Taking small steps can still help,” (WaPost, Augst 24, 2017) Berman reminds us what we already know, we do not move enough. Yes, it is affecting our health. Not moving and having regular exercise will eventually promote all the health issues many aging women try to fight:

• Weight gain
• Mood
• High blood pressure
• Stress
• Heart disease
• Diabetes

Getting started on the path to moving more and living a less sedentary life is as simple as adding steps into your daily return. Berman writes this can make a big difference. There is also no cost for membership or equipment to move more. Some ways to incorporate these steps are:

• Go on walking dates rather than eating dates.
• Walk when you feel tired. A high-intensity workout may not motivate you to move when you’re feeling sluggish, but a walk could energize you.
• Clear your mind and walk. Count your breaths while focusing on mindfulness, or listen to a podcast, music or audiobook to take your mind off your day and refocus.
• Create a new routine. Start with 5 minutes and build up to 10, 20, even 30 minutes of walking before or after work.

Let us know how you get your steps in. Share tips and let us know, “What have you done for you lately?”