Maintaining a healthy level of fitness is something that everyone should try to do no matter how busy they are with work, studies, or family. Overcoming a hectic lifestyle is manageable if you follow these tips:

• Design a workout program that suits your level of fitness. There is no need to run five miles every day – start out slow and increase your workout intensity as you get fitter.

• Try to fit exercise around or into your routine. Allot half an hour in the morning to your workout or simply walk or bike to work instead of driving.

• Keep a goal in mind so you know what you are working towards. This will help keep you motivated.

• Make sure you have time to rest too. Burning yourself out on exercise won’t help your fitness. Do a little bit of exercise often to maintain a balanced and realistic fitness regime.

About the Author: Brittany Kuecker is currently in her final year at South Dakota State University. As well as working as a Desk Manager at a motel to finance her studies, Kuecker places great importance on physical fitness and makes sure to fit biking and working out into her busy life.