Dashain had us feasting till we couldn’t budge and now as we prepare for Tihar we have a million things to do that leaves us with little to no time to exercise. But we know we must move our bodies, not just to shed the holiday weight but to keep our bodies fit and agile in the long run. Here’s how you can squeeze in some exercise into your daily routine despite the festive frenzy.

Dance to a song

Play your favorite song and dance to it. Do it first thing in the morning as this will not only get exercise out of your way but also set a nice tone to your day. There are also dance workouts on YouTube that you can follow. But you also don’t need any guidance for this and that’s the good part. Simple dance your heart out.

Walk or jog on spot 

A quick walk or a jog can complete your exercise quota of the day but if you find yourself unable to go out because it’s raining or too sunny, then walking or jogging indoors, on spot, can solve your problem. The good thing is you can do this at any time and in bursts. Simply set a timer for three or five minutes and get moving.

Play with your pet 

If you have a pet, then this idea is like killing two birds with one stone. It’s a great way to cheer up as well as get some much-needed exercise. Get into the habit of playing with your pet every morning and evening. Take them for a run or grab a ball and play fetch. Just make sure it’s not too hot out when you do this.

Chair workouts

If you find yourself stuck at the office or working for long stretches at home, then chair workouts can come to your rescue. You can do seated leg lifts, where you just raise your heels up from the floor, shoulder shrugs, where you simply move your shoulders up and down, and many other such easy exercises without getting up from your seat. There are plenty of apps that can guide you.

Full body workout

Make a list of five exercises you can do in quick succession like jumping jacks, squats, push ups, high knees, and the plank and do each of these for a minute. You can customize your own set of exercises making sure you get a full body workout. This might sound easy but trust us you will be sweating in no time.