14 Tips for dropping the sedentary lifestyle

For many of us, sitting behind a desk is considered routine for most of the day. It's hard to get active (and stay that way) when work, play and home life collide. If you think your lifestyle is getting too sedentary, check out this list of 14 things to convert those habits into healthier choices.

The very first tip really jumps out at me because it is something I've been doing lately to encourage foot traffic. Parking far away when running errands is a smart method to get more time on your feet. After all, it can be so natural to try and fight for the closest spot, but you may even find it quicker to just settle on a back row and get the benefit of walking farther!

While not everyone can afford to hire a yard service, doing your own yard work is another fantastic way to get outside and avoid being sedentary. Don't have a yard? Then try going for a walk while talking on the phone. I have a habit of pacing around anyway, and it's not until I'm off the phone that I realize a 30-minute conversation turned into half an hour of casual exercise! Read a dozen more tips to learn how to get a little bit more active.