日常生活でもっと歩くための9つの習慣

アメリカ心臓協会は4月2日、毎年恒例の「ナショナル・ウォーキングデー」を開催する。
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アメリカ心臓協会は4月2日、毎年恒例の「ナショナル・ウォーキングデー」を開催する。

これは、運動の大切さについての啓蒙活動を行う日で、最低でも30分は時間をとって歩くよう、人々に呼びかけている。

体脂肪を減らし、「悪玉」コレステロールの増加を抑えて、ストレスを和らげるなど、すでに知られている健康上の効果を考えれば、ウォーキングの流行に乗るのにためらう理由はない。

だが、デスクワークや車通勤、家族との夕食など、忙しい生活のなかで歩こうとしても、なかなかよい方法が見つからないものだ。

そこで、日々の習慣の中にもっと歩く時間を取り入れる、とても簡単な方法をいくつかまとめてみた。以下の選択肢に目を通してみて、あなたなりの方法をコメント欄で教えてほしい。

次に電話がかかってきたら、歩きながら話す
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母親や大学のルームメイトと普通に話をするにしても、歩きながら電話を受けるようにしよう。ただし、横断歩道を渡りながらメールを打つのはやめよう
階段を使う
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エレベーターやエスカレーターは控えよう。
犬の散歩をする
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子供たちにやらせるのではなく(あるいは、お金を払って代行業者に頼むのではなく)、愛犬と一緒に歩く貴重な時間を楽しもう。
歩きながらのミーティングを計画する
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誘いに乗ってくれる同僚がいれば、次のミーティングは会議室の外で行ってみよう。普段と違う景色を楽しみつつ、生産性が上がるかもしれない。\n
家族で散歩する
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家族で夕食を取るために時間を空けてある日は、食後の時間も、テレビの前に集まってくつろぐのではなく、近所を散歩してみよう。
できるだけ離れた場所に駐車する
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オフィスやショッピングモール、ジムなどに行くとき、目的の場所から少し離れたところに駐車しよう。余分に歩くことが日々の積み重ねになる。
1つ手前で降りる
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公共の交通機関を使って通勤している人は、1つ前の駅やバス停で降りて、目的地まで歩くようにしよう。
オフィスの中でメールを送らない
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同じオフィスの同僚に聞きたいことがあるときは、いつものようにメールを送るのではなく、同僚の席まで歩いて聞きに行こう。同僚が別の階にいるならなおいい。階段も使える。
デリバリーでなくテイクアウトにする
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いつもデリバリーを頼んでいるなら、店まで歩いて行ってみてはどうだろう?

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How To Move More This Weekend
Mini Golf(01 of25)
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This old-timey favorite is fun for kids and adults alike, and can burn 100 calories in just 30 minutes. \r\n\r\nFlickr photo by Machine is Organic (credit:Flickr: Machine is Organic)
Take A Swim(02 of25)
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You don\'t have to be Michael Phelps to get a water workout. Even some leisurely splashing around can shave off 200 calories, and it\'s a great way to stay cool in the heat, too!\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by Joe Shlabotnik (credit:Flickr: Joe Shlabotnik)
Build A Sand Castle(03 of25)
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Instead of just lounging on the sand working on your tan, get up and move around if you\'re at the beach this weekend. Bonus: Digging in the sand can be a surprisingly good workout for abs and obliques. \r\n\r\nFlickr photo by Michael Bentley (credit:Flickr: Michael Bentley)
Throw A Frisbee(04 of25)
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You\'re not chained to that park bench! If you\'re already enjoying the outdoors, why not throw around a Frisbee or a football, pass a volleyball or kick a soccer ball? It doesn\'t have to be strenuous -- you don\'t even have to be any good! -- but it will get you up and moving.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by Elvert Barnes (credit:Flickr: Elvert Barnes)
Go On An Exercise Date(05 of25)
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If you\'ve got a date night planned this weekend, skip dinner and a movie in favor of something that gets you off your rears. It doesn\'t have to be a trip to the gym or a jog -- it can be anything active you like doing together.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by Tobyotter (credit:Flickr: Tobyotter)
Row A Boat(06 of25)
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Many local parks, rivers and lakes have row boats, canoes or kayaks available for rent. No matter your vessel of choice, it\'s a fun, seasonal way to burn some serious calories.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by Josh Hawley\r\n (credit:Flickr: Josh Hawley)
Play Fetch(07 of25)
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During the busy week, you sometimes might just let your pet out in the backyard to dig up his own trouble. This weekend, spend a little extra time moving with him. Play fetch, give him that much-needed belly rub or take him on an extra-long walk.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by footloosiety (credit:Flickr: footloosiety)
Catch Up On A Walk(08 of25)
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If you\'ve made plans to meet a friend for coffee, take your catch up session to-go instead and gab on a walk. Even strolling at a snail\'s pace will burn 85 calories in 30 minutes! (credit:Alamy)
Dance(09 of25)
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Let the music move you when you\'re out on Saturday night. A little boogying can burn 150 calories in just 30 minutes. (credit:alamy)
Stand At The Bar(10 of25)
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If dancing\'s not your thing, you can still do better than sitting. Belly up to the bar instead of ordering drinks at a table or booth, or grab dinner at a high table with bar stools. \r\n\r\nLeaning against a high stool is a step up from sitting, but can be more comfy than standing all night, Health magazine reported. (credit:Alamy)
Play Bar Games(11 of25)
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Put down the drink for some foosball or pool if you\'re at a bar this weekend that offers it. Thirty minutes of pool can shave off 85 calories, not to mention you may save yourself a few if your hands aren\'t wrapped tightly around that pint glass.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by Nicola since 1972 (credit:Flickr: Nicola since 1972)
Take A Hike(12 of25)
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Head for the hills! Depending on where you live, a hike can be a weekend expedition or a quick afternoon adventure. It\'s a change of scenery and a great way to spend some time outdoors. If you\'re feeling sporty enough to tackle some hills, you can burn almost 250 calories in just 30 minutes.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by mikebaird (credit:Flickr: mikebaird)
Go Cab-Free(13 of25)
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If you typically find yourself hailing a taxi on the weekends, try hoofing it instead. If your destination is too far to make it on foot, try public transportation -- and leave the seat for someone else.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by TMAB2003 (credit:Flickr: TMAB2003)
Play Lawn Games(14 of25)
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If you have plans to barbecue this weekend, break out the lawn games to get you out of your seat. Try croquet or badminton, which can burn more than 150 calories in 30 minutes.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by Jessa B.C. (credit:Flickr: Jessa B.C.)
Go Window Shopping(15 of25)
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Those people who do their exercise walking around the mall are onto something. Whether or not you plan to buy anything, browsing around your favorite shopping center gets you moving -- especially if you decide to wiggle in and out of a few things in the dressing room.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by jimmyharris\r\n (credit:Flickr: jimmyharris)
Visit A Museum(16 of25)
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Spend some time strolling through the halls and galleries of your favorite museum. You\'ll give your brain a workout while you\'re at it! (credit:Alamy)
Get Takeout Instead Of Delivery(17 of25)
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Pick your favorite nearby joint and walk to pick up your meal.\r\n (credit:Alamy)
Wash The Car(18 of25)
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Sure, it might take a little longer than sitting through the drive-thru, but you get the pleasure of working those muscles a little bit. (credit:Alamy)
Cook(19 of25)
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Instead of sitting at a restaurant waiting to be served, why not whip something up at home? You\'ll be on your feet slicing, chopping, mixing and more, not to mention cleaning up after yourself.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by mamaloco (credit:Flickr: mamaloco)
Plant A Garden(20 of25)
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A number of fall veggies are ready for planting now. Spending an hour digging, crouching, weeding and planting in your garden can burn more than 300 calories.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by auntjojo (credit:Flickr: auntjojo)
Take A Bike Ride(21 of25)
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You don\'t have be imitate the Tour de France! Even the most casual rides can burn 200 calories an hour. Don\'t own a bike? Many cities now have bike share programs that allow you to take a short spin for a small fee, and some parks have bikes available for rent, too.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by machernucha (credit:Flickr: machernucha)
Play Laser Tag(22 of25)
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Go old-school, and grab a group of friends to head to the nearest laser tag arena. You\'ll run, jump, squat, crawl -- all in the name of fun and (healthy) competition.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by shawnzrossi (credit:Flickr: shawnzrossi)
Go Rock Climbing(23 of25)
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With the increase in popularity of bouldering, you no longer need a load of gear (and experience!) to reap the fitness benefits of rock climbing. Try it out at a local gym -- you\'ll burn calories and seriously work those arm muscles.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by toolmantim (credit:Flickr: toolmantim)
Go Bowling(24 of25)
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It\'s not just for dads in bowling shirts! Grab a pair of nerdy-chic shoes and aim straight. You may even wiggle a little arm workout out of it!\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by junklab (credit:Flickr: junklab)
Start A Wii Fit Competition(25 of25)
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Dreaming of a couch-potato weekend? Turn that screen time into something more productive by challenging a roommate, spouse or kid to a Wii Fit boxing or tennis match.\r\n\r\nFlickr photo by SashaW (credit:Flickr: SashaW)