Setting aside time to exercise is a tough task when trying to squeeze it in amongst work, household chores, errands, time with family, time with friends, and….well….sleep! Even the busiest people can find time for fitness. The key is to make it convenient. Following are 5 tips for making the most of your time at home:

1. Wake up early. Get up 30 minutes earlier than you normally do and use the extra time to exercise, such as walking on your treadmill, taking a brisk walk around the neighborhood, or following along with an exercise video. Research suggests that people who exercise in the morning are more likely than are others to stick with their program. However, if you're not a morning person, wait to exercise until later in the day.

2. Make household chores count. Mop the floor, scrub the bathtub or do other housework at a pace fast enough to get your heart pumping. Outdoor work counts, too. Burn calories by mowing the lawn with a push mower. Strengthen your arms and back with raking and hoeing, and strengthen your arms and legs with digging.

3. Be active while watching TV. Use hand weights, ride a stationary bike or stretch during your favorite shows. Get off the couch to change the channel or adjust the volume.

4. Involve the whole family. Take group walks before or after dinner, play catch, or ride bikes. Build up to about 30 minutes of continuous activity.

5. Walk your dog. Take your dog for long walks every day. If you don't have a dog, borrow one!

If you’re struggling to find time to exercise at home between time with family and friends, try incorporating them in to your exercise routine. Take a walk with a friend to catch up instead of talking on the phone. Benefit the whole family with a walk or bike ride. Any activity is better than no activity!