Shortcuts to a Healthier, Happier You in the New Year! West Melbourne, FL

 If you’re feeling guilty about not exercising enough, remember that every little bit counts. To reap the rewards of working out, it’s important to remember that it’s about quality, not quantity. A number of studies indicate that only 10 minutes of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) is all it takes to get the same level of health benefits as longer periods of aerobic activity, such as a 50-minute jog. We love this health finding because it makes exercise seem more accessible and less intimidating for everyone. Even little steps (and short spurts) count!

And speaking of steps…another clinically-proven “shortcut” to healthier living is walking. Study after study indicates that walking is a cure-all for many health concerns, lowering your risk of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, obesity, depression…the list of health benefits is endless. And you don’t need to “power walk” a marathon to make a difference. All your steps add up, whether you’re parking at the end of the lot and walking to the store or strolling over to your colleague’s desk in lieu of sending an email.

And speaking of strolling, you can’t stroll without standing! We extolled the benefits of standing in one of last month’s blogs, but it’s such an important health tidbit, it’s worth repeating. Research indicates that the simple act of standing more often is as powerful as walking for lowering your risk for disease and increasing longevity.