In this increasingly breakneck world, where jobs and families demand more of your time, you probably have trouble squeezing physical activity into your already packed schedule.

But according to the Mayo Clinic, even busy people find time for exercise. It all boils down to making it convenient. Here are some tips from the clinic to help you do just that:

•  Wake up earlier than usual so you can get in an extra half-hour walking or doing the treadmill;

•  Exercise later in the day if you're too stiff in the morning;

•  Do these household chores at a quick pace: mopping and scrubbing, mowing the grass with a push mower, raking leaves, digging in the garden;

•  Exercise with hand weights, a stationary bike or treadmill while watching TV; 

•  Take the entire family on walks or bike rides;

•  Walk your dog;

•  Join a dance or hiking club or golf league to get encouragement from others;

•  Join a fitness club so you can get professional help and membership fees will keep you motivated;

•  Sign up for a softball, soccer or volleyball team;

•  Hike through a local park with friends and family;

•  Park as far away as possible from the shopping mall or grocery store, and walk several laps around the mall;

•  Keep walking or running shoes in your car when you stumble upon a chance to exercise;

•  Walk or bike to work, or get off the bus a few blocks from your office and walk;

•  Take the stairs, or get off the elevator a few floors below your stop and walk the rest of the way up;

•  Take fitness breaks at work;

•  Start a lunchtime walking group with your co-workers;

•  Schedule physical activity as you would any other appointment;

•  Pack your jump-rope or hand weights when you go out of town for business or pleasure;

•  Choose a hotel that has a fitness facility;

•  Take a brisk walk around the airport if you're waiting long for your plane.