You know that saying, “Every little bit helps”? When it comes to moving more, it really is true, although it’s easy to overlook. With a small mindset shift, you could start seeing everyday activities as opportunities to sneak in extra movement.
Everyday Activities That Count as Exercise
🧹 Sweeping or mopping the floors
🌿 Mowing the lawn with a push mower
🎶 Shamelessly singing and dancing to your favorite songs while cleaning
🐕 Taking your dog for a longer walk or on a new trail
🛠️ Finally cleaning and organizing the garage
To most, these might seem like chores or time-eaters. But what if we looked at them as little chances to move more and check things off our to-do lists?
How Reframing Makes It Easier to Move More
By seeing these as chances to add movement, you’re turning daily tasks into two-for-one activities: you’re getting stuff done and moving your body more. Win-win, right?
And this approach works for the activities you might not love, too. Here’s how:
The “Want + Should” Method
Research from the University of Pennsylvania suggests pairing something you don’t really enjoy doing (a “should”) with something you look forward to (a “want”).
For example, if you save your favorite podcast (your “want”) for when you’re vacuuming (your “should”) and look at it as exercise, you’re checking off two “shoulds” and enjoying your “want” at the same time.
Now that’s a triple win.
Ready to Find Ways to Move More?
If you’re ready to bring more movement into your day in ways that feel doable, reach out! Together, we can create a plan that works with your lifestyle and helps you reach your wellness goals without adding more to your plate. Contact me to learn more about building healthy habits—one step at a time.