Exercise promotes better sleep, reduces tension and depression, and increases energy and alertness. If finding time for exercise is a problem, incorporate it into your daily activity, for example take the stairs, park further away so that you have longer to walk when going to the store, or do sit-ups before getting in the shower.

If necessary, do frequent short exercises instead of those that require large blocks of time. Research suggests that you can maintain or at least partly restore endurance, balance, strength and flexibility through everyday physical activities like walking and gardening. Even household chores can improve your health. The key is to increase your physical activity by exercising and using your own muscle power. Find activities you enjoy.

Walking is one of the best and easiest exercises. It is a great way to get started. In addition to being beneficial physically, walking is also beneficial psychologically, helping to reduce feelings of stress. Walking 20 minutes a day, three times a week, is very beneficial. If you can’t get away for that long, try to walk for as long as you can on however many days you can.