Incorporate More Movement into Your Everyday Life
If you're not feeling a 30-minute yoga sesh or a sweaty run, we get it. Sometimes you and your body need a break — just keep moving in small ways! Cote says, "We all have days where we might not feel up to our 'usual' workout. With a lot of people still working from home and being out and about less, it's important to be mindful of how you can incorporate movement into your day. Go for a walk while you are on a conference call, break up your day with a short walk, or take a few minutes to stretch."
On that note, if you're new to fitness, fell out of your usual routine, or are simply unsure of where to start, then cut yourself some slack!
"Instead of feeling discouraged, start small and head outside. Even a 10-minute walk outside, weather pending, can do wonders for your body. Then, if it feels good, slowly increase your duration and/or intensity," says Cote. "The big takeaway here is that no one's ever developed a long-lasting fitness routine from a place of shame or guilt. Start small and be proud of yourself for taking care of both your physical and mental health. You've got this!"
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