Here are the daily activities that will improve your fitness:
Taking the stairs Frequent stair climbing is linked with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease.
Tending the gardenGardening can strengthen arm and shoulder muscles and even be a full body workout.
Running for the bus The benefits of 30-second bursts of running include improving overall cardio respiratory fitness, blood pressure, body composition and insulin sensitivity.
Kitchen tasks and cleaning You’re using and strengthening different muscles when you’re baking, cooking and doing the dishes.
Doing the laundry As you get older, working on your balance and posture to prevent falls is essential. Tasks such as cleaning and drying your clothes provide plenty of opportunities to do so.
Vacuuming and mopping If you’re cleaning the house, leaning down to vacuum underneath the sofa or mop under the table is enormously beneficial. “A good long vacuum or mopping stint promotes better blood circulation, and better movement throughout our body and metabolic system, while burning calories....”
Getting up and getting down We should aim to get up out of our chairs every 30 minutes to move around and break up prolonged sitting time. And even simple sit-to-stand movements use a whole host of muscles including your ankles, thighs, core, hips and backside. They also help to improve your balance, stability, and control, reducing the risk of falls. If possible, avoid using your hands to steady you when standing.