As College has now been in session for about two weeks, classes have picked up the pace, students have a ton of work, and it can be stressful to figure out how to handle everything with balance. Even though you might make grand plans in the beginning of the semester to go to the gym every other day, or even just a few times a week, it now seems impossible to fit in to your schedule. As most people know, regular exercise is extremely important as it controls your weight, prevents diseases later in life, and even releases hormones that make you feel good according to Mayo Clinic.
There are some easy ways you can stay fit everyday without having to figure out how to get to the gym if you feel like it's impossible with your busy schedule!.
1. Walk Everywhere
By making the decision to not use the Bus System at your school, and if you have the chance to make it to class on time by walking, this is one of the easiest ways to stay in shape. Even after a big meal on campus, choose to walk around campus for ten minutes, the added weight of your backpack will give you an even better workout without having to get to the gym. Even if you have been at the library all day and can't take looking at your textbook anymore, take a twenty minute break to get some fresh air, give your brain a break, and get your muscles moving.
2. Use a fitness tracker
Even though these might seem overrated or not worth the money, I swear by my Fitbit. Using a fitness tracker helps you stay on track by always showing you how many steps you're walking, how many miles you've gone, flights of stairs taken, and some even track how well you slept. Seeing it on an actual device can keep you more motivated to get all 10,000 steps in for the day, and make you feel a bit more accomplished and productive when you finally reach that goal!
3. ALWAYS take the steps
By choosing to take steps instead of elevators or escalators, you are doing your body a huge favor. Something as simple as this can make a huge difference in the long run. Whether you're at school, or at a mall, make the decision to take the steps if you can't get to the gym anytime soon.
Overall, there are so many extra little actions you can take in your everyday life to make it a bit easier on yourself to stay fit in school. If finding time to get the gym as often as you would like is nearly impossible, making little easy choices everyday can still keep you fit without getting yourself overwhelmed!
