Exercising and keeping as fit as possible is encouraged for everyone. Physical activity is increasingly recognized for its positive impact (the health benefits but also reduced mortality) in several chronic diseases, including those affecting respiratory conditions.

Here are nine ways to motivate yourself to get out there and start exercising, based on tips from prevention.com:

Exercise first thing in the morning

Write a list of things to do the next day, then make exercise the number one thing on the list. Some people find that they are more likely to exercise if it’s the first thing they do in the day, that way they can’t put it off. Working out first thing also makes you feel super good about yourself for the rest of the day.

A majority of patients with bronchiectasis may be at a heightened risk for comorbidities resulting from a sedentary lifestyle.