Think of it as a primer. When you start your lawnmower you have to prime the pump so the fuel can move efficiently to the engine. I plan ahead to sneak exercise. When no one s looking I walk briskly to and from my car. When I load the dishwasher, I do knee bends and calf raises or I suck in my tummy and hold it as long as I can.
TV time is perfect for stretching or working out with hand weights.
Alone, these mini exercise jaunts are ineffective, but they can quietly condition your muscles and get your body moving. So when you do venture into the gym or bring your bicycle out of storage, your poor limbs won t go into shock and stiffness won t prevent you from achieving your fitness goal. Eat what you want, but cook smart. There s no way to not eat macaroni and cheese. Watch those extra helpings and investigate low fat cooking alternatives like replacing whole milk with one percent milk.