How to improve your health in minutes
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Short bursts of physical activity, known as “exercise snacks”, can offer meaningful health benefits, even if they last just 30 seconds to 10 minutes. These quick movements, like climbing stairs, walking, doing squats, or dancing, can be easily integrated into daily routines. A recent study published in the journal Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews found that performing 15- to 30-second exercise snacks three times a day significantly improved cardiorespiratory fitness and exercise performance in inactive adults. Even a few minutes of consistent movement each day can boost cardiovascular health, improve mood, and increase overall fitness.
Source
Islam, Hashim1; Gibala, Martin J.2; Little, Jonathan P.1. Exercise Snacks: A Novel Strategy to Improve Cardiometabolic Health. Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews 50(1):p 31-37, January 2022. | DOI: 10.1249/JES.0000000000000275
Additional Reading
https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/18/health/exercise-snacks-wellness/index.html