Did you know that there are a lot of benefits for practicing cardiovascular activities wherever you are
and whatever time of the day? I know that you are a busy person, and sometimes there are just a lot of things
left to do for everyday. This and a hundred more reasons keep you from going to the gym or reserving a few
minutes of your time for cardiovascular exercises. Well, you know what? Cardiovascular activities are important
to help strengthen the immune system, and to promote healthier lungs along with other organs in our internal
systems. If you are having problems adjusting to your busy schedule at work or has fears on going through
strenuous exercises, well my suggestions may be perfect for you. In truth, you do not always need to be in a
gym or a fitness center to incorporate a few exercises during your extra time. You can do very simple tasks on a
daily basis to help you keep those muscles moving and to make sure that smooth blood circulation is present in
your body. Trust me on this, dear. Here are some examples:
1. Walking Your Way to a Healthy Life
· As much as possible, take advantage of the opportunity to walk from one place to another. I know this
may sound very stressful at first since a lot of people do not like the idea of walking, especially when
they are in a hurry. But come on! If you need to get to another place fast, then try brisk walking. You
can get a lot of exercise by simply walking from your car to the entrance of a building. You may want to
try parking a few spaces farther from the building entrance to give yourself more chances of building up
with your exercises. I’m positive you’ll feel great about this! Naturally, with your parking space farther
from the entrance than usual, you will not only be able to do a bit of cardiovascular stints, you will
also be able to easily spot a parking space by the time you arrive at work.
2. Taking the Stairs to a New You
· That’s right. Enough of the elevators and escalators! I know you love them, but it is time to use your
own feet to climb up those steps. I am a fan of technology, but I’m a bigger aficionado of keeping myself
in tiptop shape. Why don’t you give yourself a break from all the slacking and boredom? Find adventure by
using the stairs when going to the fifth floor or the rooftop. This is not only an excellent way for you
to shed off a few pounds, it will also keep your respiratory and circulatory systems in a stable pattern
of blood and oxygen exchange. Isn’t that wonderful?
3. Time to Do Your “Homework”
· No, not those written assignments from your professors. I mean house chores and learning how to work
in the garden and your kitchen. I know you may not be good in cooking or gardening, so make yourself
useful by cleaning up the house. Working on some important house chores will not only help you incorporate
exercise in your daily life, it will also benefit everyone inside the house. Living in a clean and safe
home is the best way to live a healthy life. Stay tuned though, I have more things to share to you tomorrow.