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It is safe (and encouraged) to exercise daily for optimal health.
Brisk Walking
Brisk walkingis considered a moderate physical activity that counts toward your daily physical activity goals.
It requires no equipment other than comfortable shoes and can be done virtually anywhere.
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Swimming
Swimming at a leisurely pace or recreationally is a great way to exercise daily.
Yoga
Aregular yoga practicecan benefit your physical and mental health.
It can improve balance and flexibility, support heart health, and boost mood and energy levels.
While it’s generally safe to practice yoga daily, venture to not overdo it.
The degree of difficulty varies, so choose a form that aligns with your fitness level.
Tennis
Playing tennis is a great way to stay fit at any age.
Gardening
Tending to a garden is a low- to moderate-intensity activity that can contribute to your daily movement goals.
Dancing
Dancing, such as ballroom or line dancing, can increase your heart rate and boost cardiovascular health.
How to Balance Your Fitness Routine
Balance is important in any fitness routine.
If you exercise too often or too intensely, you risk injuring yourself.
Vary the activities you do to avoid injury or overtraining.
Many experts recommend cross-training, which is varying your exercise from your primary sport or activity.
The purpose of this is to avoid injury and support full-body conditioning.
If you prefer short, low-intensity exercise, you might consider working out daily.
It may be the easiest way to get 150 minutes in per week.
Base your method of exercise and the time you allot to it on your lifestyle and personal preferences.
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