Small fitness actions add up

Often people who only have the time or energy to do just a little bit of exercise will decide not to do it because it doesn’t seem like enough. The idea that just a little bit isn’t worth it can be one of the biggest barriers to being active and getting all physical and mental health benefits that come with that.

“Just a little bit” won’t get you to the Olympics, it’s true, but it can help you maintain your bone density, improve your mood a bit, keep your muscles strong, ward off stiffness, improve your balance, support your heart and lung health and all the good things that not even doing a little bit won’t do.

If you only have the time or interest to do a little bit, it is totally worth doing that little bit, and feeling really good about it.

Got a few mins? Try a few squats, or balancing on one leg, or walking across the room on tip toe, or some bicep curls with whatever books you have handy, or head outside and pluck a few weeds, or whatever feels manageable.

Just a little bit is great

And if you could do with some support to build some fitness habits, or find having scheduled time useful, consider whether online personal training or pocket support might help. You can schedule a complimentary initial consultation with me here to have a chat and see if we’re a good fit.