85/365 10x3

Friends and Fitness Enthusiasts,

Some days it's tough to get to the gym or studio. Some days you won't wake up early enough to work out before work/class or are too tired at the end of the day to exercise. If you can anticipate a day like this coming up, remember 10 x 3.

This stands for 10 minutes, 3 times a day which totals to 30 minutes of moderate activity. Get your shoes on and power walk around the block, around your building, up and down the hall, wherever! You could set your alarm 15 minutes earlier than usual. Get up, go outside and walk for 10 minutes. Then later, if you have a break for lunch, go walk for 10 minutes then start your meal. If you take a nap during the day, walk for 10 minutes to power yourself back up. Try to insert these 10 minute bouts of walking when you get the chance. Instead of sitting down, get pumping and reduce your risk for cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. You'll also boost your mood.

So remember 10x3. If you can walk more than 3 times a day or longer than 10 minute bouts, that's even better! 30 minutes is the minimum requirement. Start small then work your way up. You can do this!

In health,

Lauren