D. Make a Reasonable Schedule

A. Walk 30 Minutes a Day

Benefits: Walking improves cardiovascular health, boosts mood, and aids digestion. Walking with a friend or loved one can also spark great conversations!

Make it fun: Listen to music or podcasts to stay motivated.

Start small: A 10-minute workout is better than none. Aim for 10 minutes and build slowly from there.

Every step counts: Build momentum gradually. If you miss a workout, or don’ t complete it- go easy on yourself. There are no medals, just healthier days ahead!

Have a furry friend? All the more reason to walk regularly. They need it too!

B. Stretch Often

Flexibility matters: Prevent stiffness and reduce injury risk.

Quick and easy: Try yoga or 5-minute daily stretch routines.

C. Keep Exercise Simple

Old-school moves: Push-ups, squats, and jumping jacks are effective. very light weights can help keep muscles strong.

No burnout: Consistency beats intensity. A little lots of times is better than a lot once!

E. Stick With It

Show up: Progress comes with persistence. Keep showing up even in small ways.

Small wins matter: Celebrate every milestone. You are on your way!

Resources:

Mayo Clinic on Exercise and Fitness: MayoClinic. org / healthy-lifestyle / fitness National Institute on Aging: nia. nih. gov / health / exercise-and-physical-activity

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