Exercise Snacks! Little Bursts of Health!
- Lisa Wright Burbach
- Aug 21
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 30
Looking for a snack you can enjoy in unlimited amounts?!! OK, that’s a trick question. I’m talking about Exercise Snacks! Exercise snacks are short bursts of movement that you sprinkle in throughout your day, lasting from 1 to 5 minutes at a time, with the intention of getting your heart rate up. They aren’t meant to replace your regular workout but to give your body little doses of activity that add up!
You might be asking, “Why does this even matter?” The truth is, most of us spend hours sitting. First at work, then at home after a long day. All that sitting can seriously impact our health, but exercise snacks give us a simple way to fight back and bring movement back into daily life.
All movement counts. Even small actions help your body and mind.
You don’t have to be perfect.
Consistency matters.
Let’s fight agains an all or nothing mentality.
Check out the benefits:
Benefits of Exercise Snacks
Increased energy and focus
Reduces the risk of various negative health outcomes
Improves cardiovascular health
Supports healthy aging
Reduces stress
Improves cognition
Improves circulation
Builds strength and stamina
Research shows that even small bursts of exercise can add up, and when you spread movement throughout your day, it can make a big difference in your overall health.
Examples of Exercise Snacks
Stair sprints
Wall sits
Counter or wall push-ups
Burpees
Jumping Jacks
Walking lunges
Fast-paced walking breaks
Jump rope, or try ropeless jump ropes
Mountain Climbers
Exercise doesn’t have to mean carving out an hour at the gym every day, just some days! With exercise snacks, you can build movement into your life in small, consistent ways, helping your body, mind, and mood without overwhelming your schedule.
If you’d like some ideas to get started, download the exercise sheet below and grab the movement snacks worksheet to help you get going. Need even more help? Schedule a coaching session and let’s make a plan.
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