15 Health Hacks that Take 15 Seconds or Less

You’ve heard the saying that it takes 21 days to develop a healthy habit, but this length of time can seem daunting when you’re committing to cooking from scratch or going on a daily run. Even the most time-crunched can get one small step closer to being heathier though – try these 15 health hacks that take only 15 seconds to implement in your daily routine.

Set an alarm: use your phone to set a reminder to get up, walk, stretch or grab a glass of water at work.
Take a multivitamin: it only takes a moment but it can provide the vitamins and minerals you may need to support your goal of overall good health.
Get your heart pumping: take a 15-second break every day to see how many jumping jacks or squats you can do.
Hydrate: water plays a huge role in flushing out toxins your body gathers throughout the day.
Seek inspiration: turn to your favourite inspirational quotes for a daily dose of motivation.
Track your food: take a few seconds after every meal to jot down what you ate — you may see patterns that can help you make more thoughtful dietary choices.
Close your eyes: eyestrain is more common than you think. Take a moment to close your eyes and take a break from your computer.
Build your strength: planking or doing sit-ups for just 15 seconds a day can help strengthen your core.
Consider your posture: every time an email comes into your inbox, sit back and adjust your posture.
Take a stand in meetings: more casual discussions can be done over a walk or standing at a tall table.
Step up: take the stairs rather than the escalator or elevator.
Breathe deeply: pause, breathe deeply and open windows for fresh air.
Snack wisely: don’t open a package — wash a fruit.
Add intensity: add a 15-second burst of activity, like a sprint or power squats to your usual workout routine.
There’s an app for that: downloading a step-tracking app takes just a moment and will get you moving more often.