Research has shown that physical activity performed in shorter bouts (at least 10 minutes per bout, for example:  three 10 minute bouts) can be just as effective in promoting better health and disease prevention as exercising for 30 minutes straight.  These findings are extremely useful when trying to fit physical activity into a busy schedule.

Consider this...there are 1,440 minutes in each day - can you spare 30 (or three 10 minute bouts) to improve your health?

Give it a try...go for a moderate, brisk walk for 10 minutes, three times a day for 5 days - that's 150 minutes of moderately intense activity in a week!

 

Benefits of Exercise

Recommended Guidelines for Physical Activity

Tips for Starting an Exercise Program

How to Overcome Obstacles to Physical Activity