Exercise Tips from NPR’s LifeKit: Could Watching TV Actually Help You Get Moving?

For “Move Happier,” Gretchen talks with Marielle Segarra, host of NPR’s Life Kit, about ditching the all-or-nothing rule, making the most of everyday activities, and the importance of smell and lighting.

Episode highlights:

Reduce friction: set out your gear the night before [00:00]

The five-minute rule: tell yourself you only have to move for five minutes, and momentum carries you [00:00]

Strength training basics: bodyweight moves like air squats and wall push-ups, no equipment needed [00:00]

Why strength work matters for bone density, brain function, and joint health [00:00]

Mentioned in this Episode:

NPR Life Kit: How to move more this year, featuring Michelle Segarra and Katy Bowman

NPR Life Kit: It’s ok to run slow AF, featuring Martinus Evans

NPR Life Kit: Get into strength training

NPR Life Kit: How to stop procrastinating and start exercising

Move 26 in ‘26 resources