Not So Common Exercise Tips - CIGNA In The Know

www.cigna.com | CIGNA Initiatives -- In the Know Series | Anchor Mike Morris gets some not so common exercise tips from Nicolette Shriver, a health coach at CIGNA, that don't even require a trip to the gym.

Nicolette suggests daily stretching. "It is a great way for you to get stronger," said Nicolette. "In fact, activities like yoga and Pilates can be twice as effective as lifting weights."

For the best abdominal workout, take a walk or just sit down! Instead of doing hundreds of crunches, try working your abdominal muscles throughout the day through a method called "engaging your core." To do this effectively, you need to pull the navel to the spine. Be consistent in this action during your daily activities.

"Try changing your mindset to think of sleep as exercise," suggests Nicolette. "If you are sleep deprived, a good night's rest may increase your metabolic function more than an extra workout session at the gym. Combining exercise with plenty of sleep is a great way to manage your weight."

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