Daily movement is a longevity booster
According to research published in the BMJ Journal, if the least active 25% of the population became as active as the top 25%, they could increase their life expectancy by 11 years. A staggering figure.
Some simple steps to do this are as follows, according to the Daily Telegraph:-
1 Take the stairs-works your quads, glutes and other leg muscles
2 Tend the garden-pushing, pulling, squatting and lifting can all be involved
3 Carry your shopping-weight-bearing exercise strengthens your bones and muscles
4 Run for the bus-30 second bursts of running can improve cardio, blood pressure, body composition and insulin insensitivity
5 Do some kitchen tasks-you can work your shoulders, chest, upper back and abdominal muscles
6 Do the laundry-can help your balance and posture
7 Vacuum and mop-for better blood circulation
8 Get up and get down-out of your chair every 30 minutes, breaks up pronged sitting time
You can read the BMJ research here:
And the Telegraph article here:-