Finding time to keep active
Kickstart your day with these top tips
For many Far Northerners, finding time to stay in good shape isn’t easy, although with a little bit of forethought, fitness is achievable for all of us.
FOR many Far Northerners, finding time to stay in good shape isn’t easy, although with a little bit of forethought, fitness is achievable for all of us.
Cancer Council Queensland CEO Chris McMillan has some tips to help you stay active year-round.
One: Stop hitting snooze. When it’s cool and dark in the morning, it can be easy to keep hitting the snooze button. Instead put your alarm clock at the other end of your bedroom, turn on the light switch (or let in some natural light) and do a few quick stretches.
Two: Create a morning playlist. Shake off sluggishness and get motivated for the day ahead with energising songs. Upbeat music may even make you push yourself harder when exercising.
Three: Simplify your morning routine. Make it easier to get out the door each morning by preparing what you can the night before. Pack everything you need for your workout in a bag and organise your meals.
Four: Don’t get distracted by technology. Try putting your phone on airplane mode before you go to sleep and don’t take it off until after your workout.
Five: Turn your commute into a workout. Ride a bike, or leave home earlier to fit in a walk. If you drive, try parking your car 15 minutes from where you need to be and walk.
Six: Recruit a buddy. No matter what exercise you choose, organising to meet someone for your workout will keep you accountable and encourage you to make it there.
At least one-third of all cancers can be prevented by simple lifestyle changes, including maintaining a healthy weight, being active, eating well, limiting alcohol, quitting smoking and staying SunSmart.
For good health, try to do 150-300 minutes of moderate intensity exercise or 75-150 minutes of vigorous physical activity every week.
SHAKE OFF SLUGGISHNESS AND GET MOTIVATED FOR THE DAY WITH ENERGISING SONGS CHRIS MCMILLAN