Five ways to make time for working out when life is tight

Busy schedules can make exercise feel optional, even when you know it helps. Short sessions count: try five-to-ten-minute movement breaks, a walking meeting, a brief morning routine, or a home workout with little equipment.

You can also combine activities, such as listening to a podcast while walking. The most useful plan is the one you can repeat, so choose a starting point that respects your current responsibilities.