25 Ways To Move More Daily

Our ancestors walked 13 or more miles a day. Modern humans get one mile a day if we're lucky.

It's a massive mismatch of how we are designed to how we live.

And our obesity crises shows us what happens when you take a mammal that's designed to move a lot and put it in an environment that does not require much movement.

What you get is sickness and disrepair.

Movement is a foundational principle of health and longevity.

Here's a short list of ideas to help you move more often in your:

• Walking or Hiking: A simple and effective way to get moving, suitable for all fitness levels.
• Jogging or Running: Great for cardiovascular health and can be done almost anywhere.
• Cycling: Either outdoor biking or stationary bike for a great lower-body workout.
• Swimming: Provides a full-body workout and is accessible on the joints.
• Yoga: Enhances flexibility, strength, and mental focus.
• Pilates: Focuses on core strength, flexibility, and overall body conditioning.
• Dancing: Any form, from salsa to hip-hop, is a fun way to get moving.
• Skipping Rope: A high-intensity activity that improves coordination and cardiovascular health.
• Bodyweight Squats: Builds lower body and core strength.
• Push-ups: Strengthens the upper body and core.
• Planking: An effective core strengthening exercise.
• Gardening: Digging, planting, and weeding are great physical activities.
• Playing Soccer: A team sport that improves endurance and coordination.
• Basketball: Enhances agility, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness.
• Tennis or Badminton: Excellent for improving reflexes and hand-eye coordination.
• Hiking: Combines the benefits of walking with the challenges of varied terrain.
• Vacuuming or Mopping: Household chores that can burn calories and improve fitness.
• Climbing Stairs: A quick way to get cardio and strengthen the lower body.
• Stand-up Paddleboarding (SUP): Improves balance and core strength.
• Rowing or Kayaking: Works the arms, back, and shoulders, as well as the core.
• Golfing: Walking the course provides an excellent low-impact workout.
• Tai Chi: A gentle exercise focusing on fluid movements and relaxation.
• Playing Frisbee: A fun and active way to enjoy the outdoors.
• Jumping Jacks: A simple full-body workout that increases heart rate.
• Stretching: Essential for flexibility and can be a calming, therapeutic practice.