Exercise vs Physical Activity:

What’s The Difference

Physical activity and exercise are often used interchangeably, but they actually refer to different things and health outcomes.

Any movement that burns calories, including walking, gardening, and household chores can be considered ‘physical activity’ while ‘exercise’ refers to planned, structured physical activity that is designed to improve cardiovascular fitness, strength, and endurance.

Understanding the difference is important because it can help you be more intentional about your movement and ensure that you are meeting your health goals.

1. Am I doing this because I’m trying to improve my physical fitness health?”

2. Do I plan to do this consistently from week to week or even day to day”.

If you’re saying no to one or both questions, then the activity you are about to do is not considered an exercise and is purely a physical activity. Should you answer yes to the questions then it’s an exercise.

While cliché, a regular planned workout is essential for both mental and physical health.

Try these easy and effective workouts from home or the office:

• 5-minute running on the spot

• 5-minute abs (basic sit-up)

• 5 minutes of squats (Sit in a chair and stand up)

The benefits of exercise include the prevention of excessive weight gain, managing anxiety and depression, reducing high blood pressure, and aiding with diabetes. Moreover, it boosts your energy levels and improves your sleep pattern.

The bottom line is, we should make an effort to be active every day, starting from the moment we slide out of bed. Let’s prioritize exercise and our overall health, both physically and mentally. Investing in ourselves will pay off in ways we cannot imagine.

Now that you are armed with 10Tips and tricksandknowthedifferencebetweenphysicalactivityandexerciseit’stimeforbonus tips.

Listening to music:

Music will help keep you alert and focused while you’re training. The choice of music can be motivational or synchronized music with your routine. This usually has both a physical and psychological effect. When you have a favourite song with a good beat and rhythm, it will encourage you to push harder in your workout or training session.

Exercise Outfit:

What we wear either makes us feel comfy or sexy RIGHT? So, let’s get cute and slay our fitness outfit with confidence. Wear an outfit that makes you feel ready to get active and makes you want to reach that goal by the time Summer comes around.