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Thats because there are both physical andmental benefits of moving your bodythroughshort,lower-intensity workouts.

Keep scrolling for what they are.

Exercise offers an antidote, and improves self-awareness and self-esteem, along withcardiovascular health, strength, and flexibility.

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To reap these benefits, you dont have to slot in an hour-long workout every single day, either.

So you might move however you like.

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This time is solely yours: Youre in control of it, so have fun with it.

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Your short workouts dont necessarily have to be intense, either.

Harder [exercise] isnt better, says Misner.

Bring on all of the low-impact workouts.

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fitness trainer and host of the 40+ Fitness podcast

One of the easiest ways to turn movement into a regular activity is to create aworkout schedule.

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