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- Many people struggle to find the time to exercise during the busy work week.
- We asked experts simple ways you can incorporate exercise into your work and home routines.
- Simple changes like parking farther away from your destination and exercising while walking your dog can make a big difference.
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Although workout studios and in-home workouts are on the rise, exercising is still a challenge for many.
Finding the time and drive to work out is still a major barrier for a good chunk of men and women hoping to improve their fitness.
Luckily, there are are some simple strategies you can incorporate into your work and home routines that will help you get a workout while staying productive.
We asked trainers and nutritionists for the best ways you can work exercise into your everyday life in a seamless, cost-effective, and easy way.
Here’s their best advice.
Turn to your animal as a workout buddy
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Walking the dog for two or three miles isn’t just for your pet’s pleasure, it’s great for you as well.
"Aim for 30 to 45 minutes, and if you want a more steady state fat burning routine, walk briskly instead of leisurely," Phil Catudal, personal trainer and author of "Just Your Type: The Ultimate Guide to Eating and Training Right for Your Body," told Business Insider.
To take it up a notch, jog with your dog. To take it up even higher, work in some interval training by alternating one-minute walks or slow jogs with 30 second fast sprints. The change in heart rate will help blast away fat and calories.
Take your business meetings on the treadmill
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Yoga instructor Lauren Zoeller suggested scheduling your meetings in the morning via phone and walk on the treadmill as you talk.
"There are several treadmills on the market that will allow you to type and chat while you work," she said.
Related: I walk four to five miles a day on my treadmill desk, and it’s completely changed the way I work
Park farther away from the front door
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This tip is especially great if you live, work, or socialize in areas where parking can be a challenge, as you’ll no longer find yourself wasting time looking for a spot.
"Parking far from your front door is a great way to get in your steps for the day, so grab a parking spot far away from the door," Zoeller said.
Ideally you’ll be working your way up to at least 10,000 steps a day, which you can easily track with phone apps or fitness trackers.
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