Day 5: It's kind of fun trying to find ways to squeeze in a few minutes of exercise here and there.

For instance, today was dance day -- a day of the week I've come to dread. It's an hour and 45 minutes of sitting on a bench, waiting for my kids to get done with their dance lessons. Sure, they're getting their exercise, but by the time we get out of there, I'm tired and grumpy from all that sitting. Today, though, the weather broke a little, and I took a brisk 15-minute walk around the neighborhood. Next time, I'll go 30!

Here are some other quick and easy ways to get in 10 minutes of exercise:

• When you go and get the mail, keep on walking for five minutes, then turn around and walk back.
• Do jumping jacks or lunges during commercials.
• Cooking dinner? Put your hands on the counter-top and do push-ups while you wait for the water to boil.
• Don't nag your kids to get ready in the morning. Blow off steam and do standing jumps onto your lowest stair step. Step down and repeat. Or use it like a step aerobics box for 10 minutes.
• Jump rope for 10 minutes ... or just five if you can't make it that long.
• Be really enthusiastic in your house or garden work. If your heart rate is elevated, it counts as moderate physical activity.