Exercise

Exercise means moving your body in ways that make your muscles strong and your heart healthy. It can be playing sports, dancing, biking, or just running around. Exercise helps you feel more energetic, happy, and ready to take on the day.
— Can Do Kiwis

Exercise for your mind and body

Taking care of both your brain and body helps you feel awesome and stay healthy. Here’s how to get started:

  • Meditate
    Sit quietly for 10-15 minutes, focus on your breathing, and clear your mind.

  • Read
    Pick up books, articles, or cool stories for at least 30 minutes a day.

  • Play brain games
    Try puzzles like Sudoku, crosswords, or apps that challenge your brain.

  • Learn something new
    Pick up a hobby like playing an instrument, learning a language, or cooking.

  • Practice mindfulness
    Spend a few minutes noticing what’s around you without judging it.

For your mind

  • Get your heart pumping
    Run, bike, swim, or walk fast for 30 minutes, 3-5 times a week.

  • Build strength
    Do push-ups, squats, or use resistance bands 2-3 times a week.

  • Stretch and balance
    Try yoga, Pilates, or simple stretches daily or a few times a week.

  • Play sports
    Join a team, play tennis, or go hiking with friends.

  • Move more daily
    Take the stairs, walk or bike short distances, and stretch if you’re sitting a lot.

For your body

  • Try yoga
    It mixes movement, breathing, and meditation.

  • Try tai chi
    Slow, smooth moves with deep breathing.

  • Dance it out
    Fun way to move your body and focus your mind.

  • Garden
    Moving outside while connecting with nature and relaxing your mind.

Combine both

Doing these regularly helps you stay balanced, healthy, and ready for anything.

The mind is just like a muscle - the more you exercise it, the stronger it gets and the more it can expand.
— Idowu Koyenikan
Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.
— Jim Rohn
Take care of your mind, your body will thank you. Take care of your body, your mind will thank you.
— Debbie Hampton