The pandemic has wreaked havoc on our fitness routines and many people are still trying to find their way back to regular exercise.
We know that exercise and physical activity play a crucial role in our general physical and mental health – but how often do we really need to exercise to start reaping the benefits?
Ben Lucas, personal trainer and founder of Flow Athletic, says there are benefits to exercising every day. But you don’t have to.
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“While it’s hard for some people to exercise every day, there are benefits to doing so if you have a more flexible lifestyle that allows for it,” Ben tells 9Honey.
“Sure, exercising every day of the week can increase your fitness, but your body naturally also needs restso I suggest exercising five days a week.”
Now, five days can seem like a lot, especially for parents with little time or full-time workers. But Ben, a trainer to Erin Holland and Sammy Robinson, emphasizes that “five days of exercise doesn’t have to mean high-intensity workouts to build muscle.”
“There are many age-appropriate workouts for all demographics to be able to have a five-day training week,” he explains.
“For older people, a simple walk every day of the week is enough to maintain their physical activity. For young adults and middle-aged people, a few study classes a week followed by a morning or evening run is everything you need to stay fit and healthy.” to fit in.
“Finding the right exercise balance will be an individual experience for everyone, and making sure you have a healthy diet to complement your lifestyle is just as important.”
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Here, Ben shares some tips on how to fit at least some physical exercise into your day if you’re short on time:
Take the stairs
“If you work in an office environment, chances are you’re tied to your desk most of the day. Taking the stairs to your office level every time you get in and out of work can be a great way to include some physical activity in your day.
Make the most of the weather
“If there’s a sunny day during the work week, try to get off a few stops earlier and walk the rest of your commute to your office location. This will at least allow a short walk and some light physical activity to fit into your busy commute.” “. day.”
social fitness
“Some people want to use the weekends to unwind after a long week at work, and sometimes they can avoid exercise in favor of social gatherings. The next time you plan to catch up with a friend over the weekend, even I might suggest going to a group workout together, trying out a new gym, or catching up over coffee and a walk in the park.”
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