Keeping Active While Staying Home
BeachLife Physio • 13 April 2020
Tips on how to stay active when stuck at home
Physical activity:
- Exercise or physical activity has shown to be associated with lower anxiety and perceived stress levels, as well as a stronger immune system.
- Fit in physical activity however you can throughout your day.
Working from home?
- Break up time sitting still.
- Stretch and move while you're seated.
- Take regular breaks.
- Stand up and walk around to take phone calls if able.
Indoor activities:
- Walk briskly around the house or go up and down your stairs throughout the day.
- Get up and do some sit to stands or walk during an ad break if watching TV.
- Do some active house chores such as sweeping, taking the garbage out, etc.
Outdoor activities:
- Go for a walk or job around the neighbourhood throughout the day.
- Go for a bike ride in the park.
- Get outside and do some gardening or work around the yard.
Strengthening:
- Do an online class.
- Get a personalised exercise program to work on at home.
- Do some squats or sit to stands from a sturdy chair.
- Do push ups against the wall or the kitchen bench.
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