GETTING FIT:
WITH NO TIME AND NO MONEY
It
isn't as hard to get fit as you may think. Here are some instant activities
to work into your day:
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Squeeze
a tennis ball in your hand when you are not writing or typing.
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Do
leg lifts while at your desk. Extend each leg straight in front of
you and repeat 10 times with each leg.
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Do
15-20 sit-ups 2-3 times per day.
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Use
your desk to do pushups.
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Stand in a doorway with your hands on the doorframe placed slightly
above your chest. Lean forward to stretch your chest and front shoulders.
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Stand
and place your hands on the small of your back. Do a slight back bend.
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Do
shoulder and back stretches often.
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Walk,
rollerblade, or ride a bike instead of driving whenever possible.
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Watch
10% less TV.
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Take
a brisk 3-minute walk before going to bed.
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Walk
stairs several times each day.
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Read
while riding a stationary bike.
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Stretch/walk
during study breaks or breaks from work.
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Take
a walk while listening to music or an instructional tape.
