You're sedentary and didn't know it: Take note of these mini-habits to get active
❓ Did you know that someone who doesn't take at least 5,000 steps a day and doesn't break their position every 2 hours with at least 30 seconds of movement can be considered "sedentary"?
🚀 In just 1–3 minutes, these mini-habits help you incorporate regular movement and break away from a sedentary lifestyle.
📌 Why do they work?
Incorporate micro-movements into your day:
• Increase your energy
• Improve your posture
• Reduces stress
All in less than 3 minutes.
1. Water intake 💧
Take a moment to fill and drink your water bottle.
Why it works: Hydration boosts your metabolism, improves your focus, and keeps your joints lubricated.
2. “Superhero” Pose 🦸♂️
For 2 minutes, plant your feet firmly, shoulders back and chest open.
Benefit: Aligning your spine relieves neck and back pain caused by poor posture.
3. Express Stretch 💻🤸♀️
Every hour, place your hands behind your neck and arch your torso for 20 seconds.
Say goodbye to screen stiffness.
4. “4-7-8” breathing 🌬️
Close your eyes and continue:
- Inhale for 4 seconds
- Hold for 7 seconds
- Exhale for 8 seconds
Calm your mind and recharge your focus.
5. “Move!” Alarm 🔔
Every 2 hours, it beeps and… walks for 30 seconds . Done!
Activate circulation in an instant.
6. “Slow & Steady” Stairs 🪜
Go up and down, counting each step for 1 minute.
Balance and extra calorie burning.
7. Body Self-Check 🤔✅
3 times a day, check your shoulders, neck and lower back.
If you feel tension, stretch that area for 20 seconds.
Listening to your body prevents major discomfort.
✨ Your challenge today!
Choose 2 mini-habits and cross them off your calendar every day for 7 days.
You will see the change!
🚀 Getting started is easy, keeping it up will make you unstoppable!