How to add strength training to your daily routine

Start small and build gradually: Don’t try to jump into intense workouts right away. Begin with 2-3 sessions per week, focusing on bodyweight exercises or light weights. As you get stronger, you can gradually increase the frequency, duration, and intensity of your workouts.

Focus on compound exercises: These exercises work multiple muscle groups at the same time, giving you more bang for your buck. Examples include squats, lunges, push-ups, rows, and overhead presses.

Listen to your body: Take rest days when you need them, and don’t push yourself too hard. If you experience any pain, stop the exercise and consult a doctor.

Make it fun and convenient: Choose activities you enjoy and that fit into your schedule. If you’re short on time, try doing shorter workouts more often, or do bodyweight exercises at home.

Here are some additional tips for incorporating strength training into your daily routine:

• Do a mini-workout during your lunch break: Take 10-15 minutes to do some squats, lunges, push-ups, or planks.
• Use stairs instead of the elevator: This is a great way to get in some extra leg work.
• Park farther away from your destination: This will give you some extra steps to walk.
• Do bodyweight exercises while watching TV: Do squats, lunges, or planks during commercial breaks.
• Join a gym or fitness class: This can be a great way to stay motivated and learn new exercises.

Here are some resources that you may find helpful:

• The American College of Sports Medicine: https://www.acsm.org/
• The National Strength and Conditioning Association: https://www.nsca.com/
• The Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/fitness/basics/strength-training/hlv-20049447

I hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.