1. The document provides 5 suggestions for light physical activities that can help digestion after a meal: taking a walk, going for a bike ride, swimming, doing yoga, and strength training with light weights. Walking, biking, and swimming are recommended as they are gentle on the body but still help the digestive system. Specific yoga poses and lying on the left side are suggested for aiding digestion. Strength training with light weights improves endurance without straining the body.

2. 1. Take a walk.
Walking is a great exercise to do after
any meal. It is one of the simplest ways
to get your body moving that can also
help the digestive system to function
optimally.
Make it a family activity and take a
leisurely stroll in the park or around
the neighbourhood.
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3. 2. Go for a bike ride.
Bring out your bikes and go cycling! Not only is it
an easy way to fit into your daily routine for also
being a form of transport but it’s also good for the
environment.
Cycling is easier on the joints as well thus making it
a better choice than activities like running after
having a huge meal. To ensure you get to reap the
benefits of this light exercise, cycle at least 150
minutes every week.
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4. 3. Have a swim.
Swimming is a fun activity for the
whole family. We can encourage
one another to keep fit this way
which helps to burn calories and
improve endurance.
Due to the resistance of the water,
swimming is a great exercise if you
wish to work those muscles hard
without putting too much strain
on them.

5. 4. Do yoga.
There are certain body stretches that
can truly aid in food digestion. In yoga,
there are the “wind-relief” pose and
the seated spinal twist.
And if you really have to lie down, be
sure to do so on your left side. In this
way, you won’t apply pressure on the
descending colon which will make it
more difficult for digestion to occur.
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6. 5. Engage in strength training.
Go with light weights. Not only will it
reduce the risk of injury but it also
improves your endurance. The lighter
the weights are, the more repetitions
you can complete.
This is a great alternative too if you’re
hoping for a lean and toned physique
instead of a bulky one.
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