Move your body: Finding routines that work for you

MPR News with Angela Davis · Apr 22, 2026 · 47m

We all know that we should exercise. It's good for our hearts, minds and overall health.

And yet, actually doing it — and doing it consistently — can be surprisingly hard.

MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a behavioral researcher and a fitness expert about why so many people struggle to start and stick with an exercise routine, how to get motivated and what actually helps people build lasting habits.

Guests:

Beth Lewis is a behavioral researcher, licensed psychologist and a professor of kinesiology at the University of Minnesota. Her work is focused on finding what actually helps people…