http://ask.metafilter.com/tags/lowexertion Questions tagged with 'lowexertion' at Ask MetaFilter. Mon, 05 Jun 2006 00:10:31 -0800 Mon, 05 Jun 2006 00:10:31 -0800 en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 http://ask.metafilter.com/39523/Low%2Dexertion%2Dexercise%2Dfilter What are some exercises that you can do without breaking a sweat while using a computer, studying, or watching television? I came across <a href="http://www.usatoday.com/tech/news/2005-06-07-office-fit_x.htm?csp=34"> this article</a> where a researcher at the Mayo clinic has made combined treadmill desks. The idea is that hours of low exertion exercise (e.g. walking slowly while using a computer) can be beneficial. What are some other exercises people might be able to do while engaging in traditionally sedentary activities?<br> <br> Some ideas I had:<br> - any number of exercises with light dumbells or wrist weights<br> - exercise bicycle instead of treadmill tag:ask.metafilter.com,2006:site.39523 Mon, 05 Jun 2006 00:10:31 -0800 exercise fitness lowexertion mrkohrea