In an age where technology rules and convenience is king, the sedentary lifestyle has become too prevalent. From long hours spent hunched over desks to evenings glued to screens, many of us have forgotten the joy of simply moving our bodies. We have been trapped in this vicious cycle were a mere thought of moving brings discomfort and pain, deterring the numerous benefits regular exercise offers. However, to break free it is not as daunting as it seems. These days interesting, yet simple strategies have gained attention where people in their limited time bound can engage in achievable fitness goals and or indulge in gaming wellness.
Fear of discomfort and perceived effort related to exercise are two of the major obstacles to overcome. Take little steps at first and gain momentum gradually to address this. This could be achieved by setting easy achievable targets such as “Take the stair challenge”, “The 10-minute daily walk”, “Daily desk exercises”, experimenting with healthy recipes. Human mind gets charged once it hits the target. These little achievements change the outlook towards movement.
Experiment with different activities until you find something that resonates with you. We wake up in the morning and without thinking, the first task of the day is to brush our teeth. This routine inculcated since childhood has become a part of regime instead of being viewed as a task. If physical activity too viewed and cultivated as a daily routine never feels like a task to finish, instead becomes as basic as brushing your teeth but only fun!
Speaking of fun, recent advancements and technologies have changed the dynamics of health. There is availability of anything and everything, just a click away! Gaming wellness is one such arena which has caught the attention of youngsters who consume too much screen time, helping them to monetize and attain better health. Apps such as “Achievement”, “SweatCoin”, “HealthyWage” provide financial incentives for every healthy task achieved. This promotes drive and motivation to achieve more, attaining health at a price. Also, few apps promote health for a cause, “CharityMiles” which donates to a specific cause with every milestone achieved by the user.
Recent years have made man dependent on technologies way too much, even to fulfill the basic requirements such as health requires innovation to engage. However, simpler were the times where work throughout the day involved physical activity and helped people stay fit. A conscious choice should be made to look after the marvelous creation of human body. Everyone’s journey is different with different set of abilities, consistent perseverance, patience and assistance can help one recover and adopt healthy lifestyle.