4 easy ways to boost your physical activity

No time for a workout? In this Health Smarts video, fitness expert Mike Clark, DPT, shares 4 easy ways to get more physical activity, anywhere, anytime -- even in front of the TV.

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Find an excuse to move wherever you are. Stand up and walk in circles while you're talking on the phone or turn your house chores

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into a reason to move. [UPBEAT MUSIC]

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Hi. I'm Dr. Clark. No time for a workout? It's easy to make excuses, but physical activity is key to your health.

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Try these simple tips to get active. Move your stationary bike from your garage and put it in front of your TV.

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This way, you can get a 60-minute spin session in during your favorite show. Fidget. Find an excuse to move wherever you are.

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Stand up and walk in circles while you're talking on the phone or turn your house chores into a reason to move. Keep a set of dumbbells at work.

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Do an upper-body exercise for 30 seconds every hour or do 20 push-ups. You'll be surprised at how much you can get in if you're persistent.

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Try this ab exercise at your desk. Pretend the top of your head is being pulled up by a string. Then squeeze your butt and suck your belly button in

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as if you're trying to put on a pair of pants that are too tight. Hold that position for as long as you can. For more ways to be active and live better,

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watch all our smart tips right here. [UPBEAT MUSIC]

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