Research at the Medical College of Wisconsin shows that scrubbing; polishing and vacuuming can be as good at fighting flab and getting you fit as a gym work out.
Put some real effort into household tasks and you’ll get a double pay off – a fitter body and an immaculate home on your return.
Meanwhile, those who dream of plunging into the clear blue sea and drifting through coral caves to frolic with tropical fish should consider increasing their level of aerobic fitness.
Start swimming for 20 minutes twice a week and alternate one minute or walking with one minute of running once a week for 20 minutes. This can slow the rate at which you use air in your tank, hence reducing your chances of decompression sickness."
Finally, start one of the above – today. Putting everything off until tomorrow not only reduces the chances of you achieving your fitness goal but also causes stress. And that’s the last thing you want.
