Good health demands patience and effort every day. While diet plays a huge part, it is also important to exercise every day to stay in top shape. But that does not mean you must lift heavy weights or be an advanced yoga practitioner. Consultant neurologist Dr Sudhir Kumar, Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad shared five simple exercises one can do for overall wellbeing.Health-related benefits start with as little as 2,500 steps/day. “Walking 2,500 steps/day is associated with 8 per cent reduction in death due to any cause, and 2,700 steps/day is associated with 11 per cent reduction in cardiovascular disease risk. (Benefits continue to increase until 9,000 steps per day),” Dr Kumar wrote on X.Climbing 50 stair stepsPeople who climb more than 50 stair steps per day have 20 per cent lower risk of suffering from heart attack or stroke. How many push-ups can you do? (Source: Freepik)10 or more push-upsThe ability to do more than 10 push-ups in one go is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular diseases. The maximum benefit is seen in people who can do 40 or more push-ups in one go.Plank and/or wall-sitAccording to Dr Kumar, wall sit and planks are associated with lowering of blood pressure and could be useful in reducing the risk of hypertension.Isometric neck and back extension exercisesThese exercises are useful in reducing the incidence of neck and lower back pain, due to mechanical causes, as well as disc prolapse in cervical or lumbar regions.Story continues below this adDr V V Satyanarayana E, consultant, joint replacement and arthroscopy surgeon, Gleneagles Aware Hospital, L.B. Nagar, Hyderabad said incorporating these simple yet effective exercises into your daily routine can offer substantial health benefits.30-minute walk: Walking is a low-impact cardiovascular exercise that improves heart health, boosts circulation and helps maintain a healthy weight. It also reduces stress, enhances mood, and promotes joint mobility.Also Read | With less than three months to go, fitness coach shares eight tweaks to lose 10 kilos before DiwaliClimbing 50 stairs: Stair climbing is an excellent cardiovascular workout that strengthens the legs, glutes, and core. It increases heart rate, burns more calories than walking on flat ground, and builds lower body strength and endurance.Five simple exercises with great returns on health1. 30-minute walk:Health-related benefits start with as little as 2500 steps/day. Walking 2500 steps/day is associated with 8% reduction in death due to any cause, and 2700 steps/day is associated with 11% reduction in… pic.twitter.com/ScwJP2SK7Y— Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (@hyderabaddoctor) August 26, 202410 or more push-ups: Push-ups are a compound exercise that targets the chest, shoulders, triceps, and core. They improve upper body strength, enhance muscular endurance, and contribute to better posture and balance.Plank and/or wall-sit: The plank is a core-strengthening exercise that stabilises the spine, improves balance, and enhances overall core stability. “The wall-sit targets the thighs, hips, and glutes, building lower body strength and endurance,” said Dr Satyanarayana.Story continues below this adIsometric neck and back extension: These exercises focus on strengthening the neck and back muscles, which are essential for maintaining good posture and reducing the risk of neck and back pain. Isometric exercises also improve muscular endurance and spinal stability.“Together, these exercises offer a comprehensive workout that promotes cardiovascular health, muscular strength, endurance, and overall stability,” said Dr Satyanarayana.*DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.*